🇪🇹 Ethiopia Scam Alerts
Verified patterns affecting immigrants in Ethiopia. Read red flags before you send money or documents.
Document Translation, Notary, or Apostille Overcharge
In Ethiopia, a concerning scam has emerged targeting newcomers, particularly visa applicants, families, students, and workers. Some agents exploit the need for essential services like document translation,…
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Fake Border, Airport, or Fast-Track Assistance Fee
In Ethiopia, a common scam involves individuals posing as airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents. These scammers often approach tourists, first-time travelers, workers, and students with claims that they…
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Fake University or Scholarship Letter
In Ethiopia, a concerning trend has emerged involving fraudulent schemes that promise admission to universities or scholarships for students. These scams often target students, parents, and scholarship applicants who…
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Rental Deposit Before Viewing or Contract
Scammers are exploiting the housing market in Ethiopia by advertising fake apartments, particularly targeting newcomers. These fraudsters often pressure potential tenants into transferring a deposit before they have…
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Fake Job Offer and Work Permit Fee
In Ethiopia, many job seekers fall victim to scams involving fake job offers and work permit fees. Fraudsters often send enticing job offers for various positions, such as skilled workers, care workers, and hospitality…
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Fake Visa Agent Promising Guaranteed Approval
The fake visa agent scam is a prevalent issue in Ethiopia, targeting individuals seeking visas, work permits, or residence permits. Scammers often present themselves as authorized agents who can guarantee visa…
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