Job and easy-money scams over the phone
On a call the pressure is live: no time to read, no time to check, and a rule that you must not tell anyone.
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Loan App Harassment and Morphed Photo ScamIllegal instant loan apps take contact and photo access, then send threats and morphed images to…Advance Fee Loan Approval ScamA loan is approved without checks, but you must first pay processing, insurance or GST. After you…Fake Offer Letter and Joining Fee ScamA fake offer letter from a known company asks for a joining, laptop or training deposit. Real…Overseas Job and Work Visa Agent ScamAgents promise well-paid jobs abroad and collect visa and ticket fees, then vanish or send people…Student Visa Consultant Advance Fee ScamA study-abroad consultant promises a guaranteed admission and visa for a large advance. Learn how…Medical Visa and Hospital Deposit ScamA broker promises fast hospital admission or a medical visa and asks for a big deposit that never…Business Loan Subsidy and Mudra Agent ScamAn agent promises a business loan or subsidy under a government scheme and takes a fee or margin…Call Centre Job Security Deposit ScamA call centre or customer care job offer asks for a security deposit, uniform fee or training…Courier and ATM Franchise Agency ScamAn offer to open an ATM, courier or delivery franchise with guaranteed monthly income takes…Cab and Delivery Partner Onboarding Fee ScamA fake recruiter says you can join a ride or delivery app after paying for an ID, uniform or kit.…
Check before you act
- The caller asks for an OTP, UPI PIN, card PIN or CVV.
- You are told that a case, arrest, block or penalty is coming within minutes.
- You are asked to move money to a "safe account".
- You are told to keep the call secret.
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