🇬🇧 United Kingdom Scam Alerts
Verified patterns affecting immigrants in United Kingdom. Read red flags before you send money or documents.
Document Translation, Notary, or Apostille Overcharge
In the United Kingdom, immigrants often face scams related to document translation, notarisation, or apostille services. Some dishonest agents may charge excessive fees for these services and provide documents that…
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Fake Border, Airport, or Fast-Track Assistance Fee
Scammers often target tourists, first-time travellers, workers, and students arriving in the United Kingdom by impersonating airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents. They claim that a special fee is…
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Fake University or Scholarship Letter
Fraudsters in the United Kingdom target students, parents, and scholarship applicants by offering fake admission letters, scholarships, or student visa packages through unofficial channels. This scam often involves the…
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Rental Deposit Before Viewing or Contract
Scammers are increasingly targeting individuals seeking housing in the United Kingdom, particularly students, families, new arrivals, and remote workers. They often advertise attractive rental properties that are…
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Fake Job Offer and Work Permit Fee
In the United Kingdom, job seekers, particularly skilled workers and those in care or hospitality, are increasingly targeted by fraudsters offering fake job opportunities. These scammers typically send emails or…
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Fake Visa Agent Promising Guaranteed Approval
The Fake Visa Agent scam is a prevalent issue in the United Kingdom, targeting individuals seeking visas, residence permits, work permits, or embassy appointments. Scammers often present themselves as legitimate…
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