How to Avoid Visa and Scholarship Scams

April 24, 2026 1 min read

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How to Avoid Online Scams When Applying for Visas and Scholarships

Learn to identify and avoid common immigration and education fraud.

Common Scam Types

Fake visa agents charging for “guaranteed” visas
Fake scholarship emails for unapplied programs
Fake government portal websites
Advance fee fraud

Step 1: Always Use Official .gov Domains

USA: .gov, UK: .gov.uk, Kenya: .go.ke, Australia: .gov.au

Step 2: Never Pay Upfront Fees

Legitimate visa services and scholarships never charge processing fees.

Step 3: Verify Before Sending Documents

Search for the official website independently – don’t click email links.