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title: Guatemala Scam Alerts
description: Current immigration scam alerts in Guatemala, with red flags and protection steps.
image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png
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🇬🇹 GUATEMALA SCAM ALERTS

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

MediumDocument Fraud

DOCUMENT TRANSLATION, NOTARY, OR APOSTILLE OVERCHARGE

In Guatemala, newcomers may encounter scams involving document translation, notarization, or apostille services. This type of fraud typically targets visa applicants, families, students, and workers who require…

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MediumArrival Fraud

FAKE BORDER, AIRPORT, OR FAST-TRACK ASSISTANCE FEE

In Guatemala, 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 to expedite their processing…

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MediumEducation Fraud

FAKE UNIVERSITY OR SCHOLARSHIP LETTER

In Guatemala, an emerging scam targets students, parents, and scholarship applicants. Fraudsters pose as representatives of universities, offering fake admission letters, scholarships, or student visa packages. These…

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MediumHousing Fraud

RENTAL DEPOSIT BEFORE VIEWING OR CONTRACT

Scammers exploit the housing market in Guatemala by advertising non-existent apartments, particularly targeting newcomers like students, families, and remote workers. These fraudsters often pressure individuals to…

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HighEmployment Fraud

FAKE JOB OFFER AND WORK PERMIT FEE

In Guatemala, job seekers often encounter fraudulent schemes involving fake job offers. Scammers typically send enticing job proposals for various positions, particularly targeting skilled workers, care workers, and…

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HighVisa Fraud

FAKE VISA AGENT PROMISING GUARANTEED APPROVAL

In Guatemala, a troubling scam has emerged involving fake visa agents who promise guaranteed approval for visas, residence permits, work permits, or even embassy appointments. These scammers often exploit the hopes and…

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