Verified patterns affecting immigrants in South Korea. Read red flags before you send money or documents.
⚡ Quick Answer
Scammers often imitate officials and employers. Cross-check every fee request against South Korea government sources and licensed advisors.
MigrantIQ scam database.
Some agents overcharge newcomers for translations, notarisation, apostilles, or courier services for Korea, Rep., and may produce documents that are not accepted by official authorities.
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Scammers impersonate airport staff, immigration officers, or travel agents and claim you must pay a special fee to enter Korea, Rep., avoid questioning, release documents, or fast-track borde
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Fraudsters offer admission, scholarships, or student visa packages for Korea, Rep. through unofficial agents. Victims may receive fake acceptance letters that fail verification during visa pr
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Scammers advertise fake apartments in Korea, Rep., pressure newcomers to transfer a deposit before viewing, and disappear after sending a fake lease or copied property photos.
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Fraudsters send fake job offers for Korea, Rep., then ask applicants to pay for work permits, medicals, insurance, accommodation, courier fees, or document processing before the employer has
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Scammers claim they can guarantee a visa, residence permit, work permit, or embassy appointment for Korea, Rep.. They often use copied government logos, fake receipts, and urgency tactics to
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