--- title: Fake Job Offer and Work Permit Fee — Bosnia and Herzegovina Scam Alert description: Active scam alert: Fake Job Offer and Work Permit Fee is targeting immigrants in Bosnia and Herzegovina. How it works, red flags, and how to protect yourself. image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png --- Skip to content Advertisement728 × 90AdSense zone 🇧🇦 FAKE JOB OFFER AND WORK PERMIT FEE HighEmployment FraudPublisher: MigrantIQ Safety3 min read1 reported cases Editorially reviewedLast updated 2026-10-04Reviewed by MigrantIQ Editorial TeamOfficial reporting channel ↗ [https://sps.gov.ba/] Safety guidance, not emergency support If you are in immediate danger or have already lost money, contact local emergency services, your bank, and the official fraud reporting channel in the destination country. MigrantIQ provides general safety guidance. Terms [/terms/]Privacy [/privacy/]Report an issue [/contact/] HOW THIS SCAM WORKS WHAT IS THE FAKE JOB OFFER SCAM IN BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA? Fraudsters are targeting job seekers in Bosnia and Herzegovina by sending enticing fake job offers. These scams often lure skilled workers, care workers, and hospitality workers with promises of high salaries and benefits. Once the applicants show interest, they are instructed to pay various fees related to work permits, medical examinations, insurance, accommodation, courier fees, or document processing. The scammers typically fabricate job descriptions and create false company profiles to appear legitimate. Many victims report that after paying these fees, they receive no further communication from the so-called employers. HOW CAN YOU IDENTIFY THESE SCAMS? Identifying fake job offers can be challenging, especially for newcomers or those unfamiliar with the local job market. However, there are certain indicators that can help you spot a scam. Genuine employers usually conduct interviews and skills assessments before making job offers. In contrast, scammers often skip this step and make immediate offers without proper vetting. if the salary offered seems excessively high compared to the local market rate, it may be a red flag. WHO CAN YOU REPORT THESE SCAMS TO? If you encounter a suspicious job offer, you should report it to the relevant authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The State Investigation and Protection Agency (SIPA) and the Ministry of Security are key entities that handle such cases. You can also consult the official consumer protection agency for guidance and assistance. By reporting scams, you can help protect others from falling victim to similar frauds. RED FLAGS * Job offer arrives without interview or skills screening * Salary is much higher than market level * Employer asks the worker to pay immigration or recruitment fees upfront * Company website, address, or registration cannot be verified * Communication is done only through personal email accounts HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF To protect yourself from job offer scams in Bosnia and Herzegovina, always verify the legitimacy of the employer through official company registries and contact details. Never pay any recruitment or permit fees to personal bank accounts, as legitimate employers will have official channels for payments. confirm whether the employer has a physical presence, such as a verified office address. Be cautious if you receive an unsolicited job offer without any prior communication or interview. Trust your instincts; if something seems off, it probably is. WHAT TO DO IF TARGETED * - Stop communication and do not send more money or documents * - Save messages, receipts, contracts, profile links, and phone numbers * - Contact your bank or payment provider if money was sent * - Report through official fraud, police, or immigration channels Official reporting channel → [https://sps.gov.ba/] PREVENTION TIPS * - Only pay government fees through official portals * - Do not trust guaranteed visa approvals or secret appointment slots * - Verify employer, school, agent, or landlord identities independently * - Avoid personal-account transfers and pressure tactics EMERGENCY & REPORTING CONTACTS If there is immediate danger, contact local emergency services. If money was sent, contact your bank/payment provider and official fraud reporting channels. SOURCES & REFERENCES * MigrantIQ scam alert record Published 2026-05-07. * Bosnia and Herzegovina official reporting channels [https://sps.gov.ba/] Use official reporting channels if you were targeted or lost money. WHO IS TARGETED job seekersskilled workerscare workershospitality workers Feedback Was this guide helpful? Your answer helps us improve guides and update priority. YesNo Summarize this page with AI Opens your assistant with a pre-filled prompt (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude). Gemini uses Google AI Mode. Ask AI ↗ Not affiliated with any AI platform. Always verify immigration rules on official government sites. SCAM SAFETY FAQ SHOULD I PAY ANY FEE BEFORE MY VISA IS APPROVED? Legitimate government fees are paid through official channels with receipts. Never wire cash to personal accounts for a “guaranteed” outcome. HOW DO I REPORT A SUSPICIOUS OFFER? 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