🇪🇸 Spain Scam Alerts
Verified patterns affecting immigrants in Spain. Read red flags before you send money or documents.
Document Translation, Notary, or Apostille Overcharge
In Spain, newcomers, including visa applicants, families, students, and workers, may encounter a specific scam involving the overcharging for document translation, notarization, or apostille services. Scammers often…
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Fake Border, Airport, or Fast-Track Assistance Fee
In Spain, a concerning scam involves individuals impersonating airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents. These scammers often target tourists, first-time travelers, workers, and students, claiming that a…
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Fake University or Scholarship Letter
Fraud involving fake university or scholarship letters is a growing concern in Spain, particularly targeting students and parents looking for educational opportunities. Scammers often present themselves as unofficial…
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Rental Deposit Before Viewing or Contract
In Spain, newcomers often encounter rental scams where fraudsters advertise non-existent apartments. These scammers typically pressure potential tenants, including students, families, and remote workers, to pay a…
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Fake Job Offer and Work Permit Fee
In Spain, job seekers are often targeted by fraudsters who send fake job offers. These scammers typically present attractive employment opportunities, particularly in sectors like hospitality, care, and skilled labor.…
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Fake Visa Agent Promising Guaranteed Approval
In Spain, a prevalent scam involves individuals posing as visa agents who claim they can guarantee the approval of visas, residence permits, work permits, or even appointments at embassies. These scammers often use…
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