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🇨🇿 Fake Job Offer and Work Permit Fee

HighEmployment FraudPublisher: MigrantIQ Safety3 min read9 reported cases

Editorially reviewedLast updated 2026-10-04Reviewed by MigrantIQ Editorial TeamOfficial reporting channel ↗

How this scam works

In Czechia, a prevalent scam targets job seekers and skilled workers through fake job offers. Fraudsters often send unsolicited emails or messages claiming to represent legitimate companies. These offers can appear enticing, featuring high salaries and attractive benefits. However, once a job seeker expresses interest, they are instructed to pay various fees, such as for work permits, medical exams, insurance, accommodation, or courier services. These fees are often requested upfront, before the applicant has even been interviewed or received an official job offer.

How do these scams typically operate?

Scammers may create professional-looking websites or emails that mimic real companies to lend credibility to their offers. They often use names of well-known businesses to deceive applicants further. The urgency created by the scammers can pressure victims into making hasty decisions, leading them to transfer money before verifying the legitimacy of the job offer.

What should job seekers look out for?

Many victims of this scam are targeted in the hospitality or care sectors, where demand for workers is high. The allure of a quick job placement can cloud judgment, making it essential to remain vigilant. Job seekers should thoroughly research any job offer they receive and be cautious of any requests for payment.

Who can help if you're a victim?

If you suspect you have been targeted by this scam, contact the Czech police or the local consumer protection agency. They can provide assistance and guidance on how to report fraud. official resources, such as the Ministry of the Interior, can help verify job offers and employers.

Red flags

Job offer arrives without an interview or skills screening
Salary is significantly higher than standard market rates
Employer requests upfront payment for immigration or recruitment fees
Company website, address, or registration details cannot be verified
Communication appears unprofessional or includes generic language

How to protect yourself

To protect yourself from this scam, always verify the employer's legitimacy through official company registries in Czechia. Never send payment for recruitment or permit fees to personal bank accounts. You should confirm the employer's legal status and request a formal job offer before proceeding with any payments. Engaging in an interview or skills assessment should be a standard part of the hiring process, and if these steps are skipped, consider it a red flag.

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

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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.
Czechia official reporting channels
Use official reporting channels if you were targeted or lost money.

Who is targeted

job seekersskilled workerscare workershospitality workers

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