UAE visa fraud alert: Indian embassy warns nationals against agencies promising jobs, residency

Indian nationals in the UAE have been warned against fraudulent visa and migration agencies. Indian nationals in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have been warned against fraudulent visa and migration agencies allegedly collecting fees for overseas employment and residency services without delivering on their promises or refunding applicants.In an advisory dated October 12, the Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General of India in Dubai and the Northern Emirates said they had received complaints against agencies advertising third-country employment and residency visa services through social media.According to Khaleej Times, the missions cautioned Indians against relying solely on online advertisements or trusting private visa processing agencies, particularly those operating outside India. Such agencies allegedly collect money from applicants but fail to provide the promised services or return the fees.Verify visa details through official channelsThe missions urged Indian nationals seeking employment or residency opportunities abroad to check the credibility of visa processing agencies before making payments.Applicants were advised to verify visa requirements, applicati...