--- title: Fake University or Scholarship Letter — Paraguay Scam Alert description: Active scam alert: Fake University or Scholarship Letter is targeting immigrants in Paraguay. How it works, red flags, and how to protect yourself. image: https://migrantiq.com/og/default.png --- Skip to content Advertisement728 × 90AdSense zone 🇵🇾 FAKE UNIVERSITY OR SCHOLARSHIP LETTER MediumEducation FraudPublisher: MigrantIQ Safety3 min read6 reported cases Editorially reviewedLast updated 2026-10-04Reviewed by MigrantIQ Editorial TeamOfficial reporting channel ↗ [https://www.migraciones.gov.py/] Safety guidance, not emergency support If you are in immediate danger or have already lost money, contact local emergency services, your bank, and the official fraud reporting channel in the destination country. MigrantIQ provides general safety guidance. Terms [/terms/]Privacy [/privacy/]Report an issue [/contact/] HOW THIS SCAM WORKS HOW DOES THIS SCAM USUALLY START? In Paraguay, a common scam involves fraudsters posing as representatives of universities or scholarship programs. They often reach out to students, parents, or scholarship applicants, offering enticing admission packages or scholarships that seem too good to be true. Victims may receive fake acceptance letters that appear legitimate but cannot be verified with the actual institutions. These scammers frequently use unofficial channels to lure individuals into their schemes, leading to significant financial loss and disappointment. WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENCES OF FALLING FOR THIS SCAM? If you fall victim to this scam, you may find yourself with a fraudulent acceptance letter that fails verification during the visa process. This can lead to delays in your educational plans, loss of tuition fees, and potential legal issues if you unknowingly engage with a fraudulent entity. the emotional toll of being misled can be considerable, impacting your trust in legitimate educational opportunities. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF CONTACTED? If you receive an offer that seems suspicious or asks for payment upfront, you should take immediate action. Verify the legitimacy of the institution by reaching out directly to them using contact details from their official website. Do not engage with individuals who request tuition payments through personal accounts or those who offer admission without the necessary academic documentation or language proficiency evidence. Always be cautious and perform due diligence before making any financial commitments regarding education in Paraguay. RED FLAGS * Admission without academic documents or language evidence * Agent asks for tuition through personal accounts * School email is not from the institution domain * Scholarship requires a processing fee before verification HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF To avoid falling victim to this scam, always confirm your admission directly with the institution in Paraguay. Use contact information sourced from the official university website, not from the agent or third party. Be wary of any requests for tuition payments through personal accounts rather than official school payment channels. ensure that any communication comes from an official school email address that matches the institution's domain. If a scholarship requires a processing fee before verification, consider this a major warning sign. 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 Official reporting channel → [https://www.migraciones.gov.py/] 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. * Paraguay official reporting channels [https://www.migraciones.gov.py/] Use official reporting channels if you were targeted or lost money. WHO IS TARGETED studentsparentsscholarship applicants Feedback Was this guide helpful? Your answer helps us improve guides and update priority. YesNo Summarize this page with AI Opens your assistant with a pre-filled prompt (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude). Gemini uses Google AI Mode. Ask AI ↗ Not affiliated with any AI platform. Always verify immigration rules on official government sites. SCAM SAFETY FAQ SHOULD I PAY ANY FEE BEFORE MY VISA IS APPROVED? Legitimate government fees are paid through official channels with receipts. Never wire cash to personal accounts for a “guaranteed” outcome. HOW DO I REPORT A SUSPICIOUS OFFER? Collect evidence (messages, contracts), then report through your destination country’s fraud or immigration reporting channels and warn your community. 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