DMW warns OFWs of money laundering, fake recruitment scams

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is warning overseas Filipinos about a money laundering scam targeting them, primarily in Hong Kong.

Scammers entice OFWs with payment in exchange for their bank account details, which are then used for illicit activities.

Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Cacdac reported at least three cases of this scheme, with victims potentially facing money laundering charges.

While some individuals involved have been detained and released, the OFWs are considered victims, though some have also been detained.

Authorities in Hong Kong are collaborating with the DMW, sharing concerns about the victimization of OFWs.

Additionally, the DMW is cautioning against a separate scam involving online recruiters offering fake tickets to ASEAN countries, which lead OFWs to scam hubs in Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos instead of the promised Malaysia or Thailand.