--- title: Fake University or Scholarship Letter — Chad Scam Alert description: Active scam alert: Fake University or Scholarship Letter is targeting immigrants in Chad. 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 read7 reported cases Editorially reviewedLast updated 2026-10-04Reviewed by MigrantIQ Editorial TeamOfficial reporting channel ↗ [https://evisatchad.com/] 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 In Chad, a concerning scam has emerged involving fake university or scholarship letters targeting students, parents, and scholarship applicants. Fraudsters pose as unofficial agents, claiming to offer admissions, scholarships, or student visa packages for educational institutions in Chad. These scammers often send out counterfeit acceptance letters that appear legitimate but fail to pass verification during the visa processing stage. Victims are left in a difficult situation, having invested time and money based on these fraudulent offers. WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I RECEIVE A SUSPICIOUS ADMISSION LETTER? If you receive an admission letter that raises questions, you should verify its authenticity. Contact the university directly using the official contact details from their website. HOW CAN I IDENTIFY A LEGITIMATE SCHOLARSHIP OFFER? Legitimate scholarship offers will typically not require upfront fees for processing. Always conduct thorough research and reach out to the institution for confirmation. WHAT ARE THE COMMON SIGNS OF EDUCATIONAL FRAUD? Being aware of the signs of educational fraud can help protect you from scams. Look for inconsistencies and verify any claims made by agents or institutions. RED FLAGS * Admission without academic documents or language evidence * Agent asks for tuition through personal accounts * School email is not from the institution domain * Scholarship requires a processing fee before verification HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF To avoid falling victim to this scam, always confirm your admission directly with the institution in Chad. Use contact details sourced from the official university website instead of those provided by agents. ensure that any tuition payments are made through official school payment channels. Be cautious of any requests for personal account payments, as these are often red flags. Always ask for documentation, and do not pay any processing fees before verifying the scholarship. 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://evisatchad.com/] 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. * Chad official reporting channels [https://evisatchad.com/] 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? Collect evidence (messages, contracts), then report through your destination country’s fraud or immigration reporting channels and warn your community. 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