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title: Cyprus Scam Alerts
description: Current immigration scam alerts in Cyprus, with red flags and protection steps.
image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png
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🇨🇾 CYPRUS SCAM ALERTS

Verified patterns affecting immigrants in Cyprus. Read red flags before you send money or documents.

MediumDocument Fraud

DOCUMENT TRANSLATION, NOTARY, OR APOSTILLE OVERCHARGE

In Cyprus, some agents target newcomers, including visa applicants, families, students, and workers, by overcharging for document translation, notarization, and apostille services. These scammers often promise…

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MediumArrival Fraud

FAKE BORDER, AIRPORT, OR FAST-TRACK ASSISTANCE FEE

In Cyprus, a common scam involves individuals impersonating airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents, claiming that newcomers must pay a special fee to enter the country or expedite their processing at…

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MediumEducation Fraud

FAKE UNIVERSITY OR SCHOLARSHIP LETTER

In Cyprus, a concerning trend has emerged involving fraudsters who offer admission into universities or scholarships that do not exist. These scammers typically target students, parents, and scholarship applicants by…

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MediumHousing Fraud

RENTAL DEPOSIT BEFORE VIEWING OR CONTRACT

In Cyprus, a prevalent scam targets newcomers, particularly students, families, and remote workers. Scammers post fake advertisements for rental properties, often featuring attractive prices that seem too good to be…

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HighEmployment Fraud

FAKE JOB OFFER AND WORK PERMIT FEE

In Cyprus, a prevalent scam involves fraudsters sending fake job offers to individuals seeking employment. This is particularly common among job seekers in sectors like skilled labor, care work, and hospitality. After…

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HighVisa Fraud

FAKE VISA AGENT PROMISING GUARANTEED APPROVAL

The fake visa agent scam in Cyprus targets individuals seeking visas, residence permits, or work permits. Scammers falsely claim they can guarantee approval for these documents, exploiting the hopes and needs of visa…

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