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