A good advisor can help you understand a complex pathway, but a bad or fake consultant can cost you money, documents, and time. Verify the advisor before you share personal records or pay fees.
Check licensing first
Look for the official regulator or government-recognized licensing body in the destination country. Search the advisor by name, license number, or company name. Do not rely only on screenshots or social media claims.
Get the scope in writing
A legitimate advisor should explain what they will do, what they cannot guarantee, what you must provide, refund rules, and how your documents will be handled. Avoid vague verbal promises.
Watch for payment and guarantee red flags
Be careful with guaranteed approval, secret government contacts, pressure to pay today, requests to lie, or demands for payment to personal accounts. Official visa decisions are made by government authorities, not consultants.
Cross-check with official sources
Use official immigration portals and MigrantIQ visa pages to compare the advisor's claims against published requirements, processing steps, and documents.