--- title: Fake University or Scholarship Letter — Botswana Scam Alert description: Active scam alert: Fake University or Scholarship Letter is targeting immigrants in Botswana. How it works, red flags, and how to protect yourself. image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png --- Skip to content Advertisement728 × 90AdSense zone 🇧🇼 FAKE UNIVERSITY OR SCHOLARSHIP LETTER MediumEducation FraudPublisher: MigrantIQ Safety3 min read8 reported cases Editorially reviewedLast updated 2026-10-04Reviewed by MigrantIQ Editorial TeamOfficial reporting channel ↗ [https://www.gov.bw/ministries/ministry-labour-and-home-affairs] 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 UNIVERSITY OR SCHOLARSHIP LETTER SCAM? In Botswana, a prevalent scam involves fraudsters posing as representatives from educational institutions, offering fake admission letters, scholarships, or student visa packages. These scams frequently target students, parents, and scholarship applicants, luring them with promises of easy admission into universities or financial aid. The fraudulent nature of these offers often comes to light when victims attempt to verify their acceptance or apply for a visa, only to discover that the documents they received are counterfeit. HOW DO THESE SCAMS OPERATE? Scammers typically use unofficial agents who may present themselves as legitimate representatives of universities. They may create convincing-looking websites or documents that mimic official materials. Victims are often pressured to make quick decisions, leading them to pay fees for tuition or processing costs before verifying the authenticity of the offers. HOW CAN I IDENTIFY SCAMS RELATED TO EDUCATION IN BOTSWANA? It is important for potential students and their families to be vigilant. Scammers often exploit the desire for education and financial assistance, making it essential to understand the warning signs of such fraudulent activities. Recognizing these red flags can help prevent falling victim to these scams. RED FLAGS * Admission offers without required academic documents or language proficiency evidence * Requests for tuition payments to personal bank accounts instead of official channels * Emails from non-institutional domains that do not match the university's official email address * Scholarship offers that demand processing fees before any verification can occur HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF To avoid falling victim to fake university or scholarship scams in Botswana, always verify admission offers directly with the educational institution. Use contact details found on the official university website rather than those provided by agents or third parties. Ensure that any payments for tuition are made through official school payment channels, not personal bank accounts. be wary of any scholarship that requires an upfront processing fee before you can verify its legitimacy. 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://www.gov.bw/ministries/ministry-labour-and-home-affairs] 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. * Botswana official reporting channels [https://www.gov.bw/ministries/ministry-labour-and-home-affairs] Use official reporting channels if you were targeted or lost money. WHO IS TARGETED studentsparentsscholarship applicants 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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