--- title: Fake Job Offer and Work Permit Fee — Cuba Scam Alert description: Active scam alert: Fake Job Offer and Work Permit Fee is targeting immigrants in Cuba. 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 read4 reported cases Editorially reviewedLast updated 2026-10-04Reviewed by MigrantIQ Editorial TeamOfficial reporting channel ↗ [https://www.gob.cu/] 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 AND WORK PERMIT FEE SCAM IN CUBA? In Cuba, a prevalent scam targets job seekers, particularly skilled workers in sectors such as healthcare and hospitality. Fraudsters send unsolicited job offers, often through email or social media, claiming to represent legitimate Cuban employers. Once a potential candidate expresses interest, scammers request payment for various fees. These may include costs for work permits, medical examinations, insurance, accommodation, courier services, or document processing. The scammers create a sense of urgency, insisting that these payments must be made before the job offer is finalized. Unfortunately, many individuals fall victim to this scheme, losing significant amounts of money without ever receiving a legitimate job opportunity. Victims often discover too late that the supposed employer is a fabrication, and the promised job does not exist. HOW DO SCAMMERS OPERATE? Scammers typically operate through online platforms where they can easily create fake profiles or company websites. They may also impersonate legitimate companies or use the names of real organizations to gain the trust of job seekers. By presenting attractive salary offers that far exceed market rates, they entice individuals to pursue what appears to be a lucrative opportunity. Once they have a target, they apply pressure to collect upfront fees for non-existent services, exploiting the hopes and dreams of those seeking employment in Cuba. WHO IS TARGETED BY THIS SCAM? Job seekers from various backgrounds are at risk, including skilled professionals, care workers, and individuals looking for opportunities in the hospitality sector. The scam is particularly dangerous for newcomers who may not be familiar with the local job market or regulatory processes, making them more susceptible to these fraudulent offers. Awareness and vigilance are key to avoiding falling prey to these scams. 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 HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF To protect yourself from job offer scams in Cuba, always verify the legitimacy of the employer through official company registries, such as the Cuban Business Registry. Contact the companies directly using verified contact information rather than relying on details provided in the job offer. Avoid sending money for recruitment or permit fees to personal accounts; legitimate employers typically do not ask for such payments upfront. If a job offer seems too good to be true, it likely 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://www.gob.cu/] 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. * Cuba official reporting channels [https://www.gob.cu/] 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? Collect evidence (messages, contracts), then report through your destination country’s fraud or immigration reporting channels and warn your community. 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