The United States Embassy in Mexico shared the nine main indicators of a false offer to work in the United States.
In the world of work, job hunting is a significant challenge, especially for those seeking opportunities outside their home country. For those who aim to work in the United States, it is necessary to be vigilant and avoid falling for bogus job offers that could put their finances and personal security at risk.
Learn about some key signs, shared by the United States Embassy in Mexico, that will help you identify a fake job offer in the US:
- The recruiter asks you to pay for a health insurance policy in a personal account. This charge does not make sense, since it does not correspond to any visa process, and in fact it is the employer who must cover medical costs for work-related situations.
- The recruiter offers to take a look at or even clear your immigration history for a fee. That is impossible, since only consular officers have access to consult this information. However, not even the consular officer can clear the record.
3. The recruiter asks you to pay for a medical exam. It is possible that in certain cases the applicant is required to go through medical exams, however, the indications come directly during the interview with the consul, not before.
4. You have received instructions to make an appointment on an unofficial website. Remember to verify all the pages you visit, especially on immigration issues. You should only trust official pages to carry out visa procedures.
5. The recruiter asks that you pay the cost of the hotel and transportation in advance. The employer is responsible for paying the expenses of the employees. However, it is possible that you make refunds in the event that you buy your plane or bus ticket or hotel accommodation, in these cases, the employer will let you know in a timely manner.
6. The recruiter asks you for money for the job offer. In no way should you make payments to get a job in the United States or to facilitate the visa process.
7. The recruiter does not have information about the job such as the name of the job title, the name of the employer, the location, the duration of the contract, the salary, among others. All real recruiters claim to have this information available.
8. The recruiter won't give you his name. A reputable recruiter should present his credentials such as his name, contact information, and even the name of the recruiting agency.
9. Social Media Ads. If you find an offer on social networks, it is possible that it is false, it is advisable to look for these offers with authorized recruitment centers.
Remember to stay informed and be aware of these types of fraudulent practices to avoid scams and waste of your time.
US EMBASSY MEXICO
