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TRAVEL SCAM
Dubai, UAE
Fake Immigration Call Scam
Scammers impersonate immigration or police officials and demand payment for fake legal issues.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, across UAE (phone-based scam)
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Tourist receives call claiming visa or legal issue
2. Scammer pretends to be government official
3. Threatens fines or deportation
4. Demands immediate payment to resolve issue
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Urgent calls about visa problems
• Threat of arrest or deportation
• Asking for payment over phone
• Caller claiming to be police or immigration
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Never share personal or financial information on calls
• Verify with official authorities
• Do not make payments without confirmation
• Report suspicious calls immediately
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