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title: Malaysia Scam Alerts
description: Current immigration scam alerts in Malaysia, with red flags and protection steps.
image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png
---

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🇲🇾 MALAYSIA SCAM ALERTS

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

MediumDocument Fraud

DOCUMENT TRANSLATION, NOTARY, OR APOSTILLE OVERCHARGE

In Malaysia, newcomers sometimes hit scams related to the overcharging for document translation, notarisation, or apostille services. These scams typically target visa applicants, families, students, and workers.…

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MediumArrival Fraud

FAKE BORDER, AIRPORT, OR FAST-TRACK ASSISTANCE FEE

In Malaysia, a common scam involves individuals posing as airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents, claiming that travelers must pay a special fee to enter the country, avoid questioning, secure the…

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MediumEducation Fraud

FAKE UNIVERSITY OR SCHOLARSHIP LETTER

Fraudsters are targeting students and parents in Malaysia by offering fake admission letters, scholarships, or student visa packages through unofficial agents. These scams can lead to significant financial losses and…

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MediumHousing Fraud

RENTAL DEPOSIT BEFORE VIEWING OR CONTRACT

In Malaysia, a prevalent scam involves fraudsters advertising fake rental properties, primarily targeting students, families, new arrivals, and remote workers. These scammers often pressure potential renters into…

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HighEmployment Fraud

FAKE JOB OFFER AND WORK PERMIT FEE

The fake job offer and work permit fee scam is a prevalent form of employment fraud targeting job seekers in Malaysia. Fraudsters often send unsolicited job offers, claiming to represent legitimate companies. They lure…

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HighVisa Fraud

FAKE VISA AGENT PROMISING GUARANTEED APPROVAL

Scammers in Malaysia target visa applicants, students, workers, and families by claiming they can guarantee visa approvals, residence permits, work permits, or embassy appointments. These fraudsters often present…

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