7 Warning Signs of an Online Immigration Fraud

Online Immigration Fraud

As many US immigrants already know, US immigration laws are exhaustive, complex and ever-changing. This provides a playing field for several fraudulent organizations that “guarantee” US visas rob foreigners off their hard earned savings. To save yourself from a possible scam, check out the following seven traits of online immigration frauds, as observed by leading San Diego immigration lawyers.

Payment for USCIS Form

When applying for immigration, you will have to fill out a detailed USCIS Form. This form is available on USCIS website and is free to download. If your immigration consultants offer to sell you a USCIS form or charge a fee to fill out a form on your behalf, without even letting you access it, don’t proceed any further. They’re scam.

Unverified Domain Extension

Many online US visa guarantors claim to be working with the US government. If that’s the case, then their domain name should have “.gov” mentioned somewhere. If a website claims to work in close collaboration with the US government and ends on a .com, .net or .org, look elsewhere.

Fee for Visa Lottery

Green Card Lottery, also known as a Diversity Visa, is highly susceptible to online immigration frauds. These scams will pop up in your email congratulating you as the lucky winner of a US visa and will require access to your credit card details. In reality, this visa program is free to enter. USCIS announces the lucky winner on their official website and you will not have to pay anything for it.

Incomplete Website

Whether you’ve signed up with a company that guarantees immigrant visas or consulting immigration lawyers, make sure to check their website thoroughly. Look for their registered office, contact number, email addresses, office timings, BBB-accreditation and AILA affiliation certificate. It is always best to read through their reviews and check their social media pages as well.

No Further Assistance

Any legal immigration assistance service will offer transparent and open communication throughout your visa application process. They will remind you on all important deadlines and assist you in completing all the necessary documents. Most importantly, they will always be an email or a phone call away.

Focus on Price

A website with excessive advertisement, lots of promises and a focus on price is a red flag. It is always best to do your research on their services. $300 may seem like a reasonable fee for a lawyer to assist you with your immigration process, but is an exceptionally large (read: illegal) fee to simply hand out a free USCIS form. Make sure to know what you’re getting into.

Bad Vibes

Seeking online assistance for US immigration visa is very similar to online shopping. If a website just doesn’t appeal to you or you have a bad feeling about it, then there’s no need for you to proceed. Immigration-related assistance is life-changing. As a rule of thumb, talk to your consultants over the phone, go through their online reviews and do a little bit of price comparison before making your final choice. After all, your future is important. So make the most of your opportunities!

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