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🇨🇳 China Scam Alerts
Verified patterns affecting immigrants in China. Read red flags before you send money or documents.
Document Translation, Notary, or Apostille Overcharge
In China, newcomers sometimes hit challenges when handling the requirements for document translation, notarization, or obtaining an apostille. Some agents exploit this situation by overcharging for their services,…
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Fake Border, Airport, or Fast-Track Assistance Fee
In China, a prevalent scam targets tourists, first-time travelers, workers, and students. Scammers impersonate airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents, claiming that you must pay a special fee to enter…
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Fake University or Scholarship Letter
In China, a prevalent scam targets students and their families seeking education opportunities. Fraudsters pose as agents offering admissions, scholarships, or student visa packages to various universities across the…
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Rental Deposit Before Viewing or Contract
In China, a common rental scam targets newcomers, students, families, and remote workers seeking housing. Scammers often advertise fake apartments on various online platforms, luring potential tenants with attractive…
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Fake Job Offer and Work Permit Fee
In China, a prevalent scam involves fraudulent job offers that lure job seekers, especially skilled workers and care professionals, into a web of deception. Scammers often send enticing job offers that promise…
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Fake Visa Agent Promising Guaranteed Approval
The Fake Visa Agent Scam is a prevalent issue in China, targeting individuals seeking visas, residence permits, work permits, or embassy appointments. Scammers often claim they can guarantee approval, exploiting the…
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