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TRAVEL SCAM

Bangkok, Thailand

Online Scam Compound / Forced Scam Labor

Trafficked workers are forced to run online scams in controlled compounds targeting victims worldwide.

Critical Risk

COMMON LOCATIONS

Border areas, remote compounds near Thailand-Cambodia border, special economic zones

HOW IT HAPPENS

HOW THE SCAM WORKS

Victims are lured with fake job offers abroad
2. They are trafficked to scam compounds
3. Forced to run online scams (romance, crypto, investment)
4. Threats and violence used to keep them working

WATCH FOR THIS

WARNING SIGNS

• Unrealistic overseas job offers
• No clear company details
• Passport confiscation
• Restricted movement and communication

STAY SMART

HOW TO AVOID IT

• Verify job offers carefully
• Avoid unknown overseas recruiters
• Check official visa/work permits
• Contact embassy if suspicious

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