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Beware of visa scams! Red flags, signs to watch out for
VFS Global, a visa outsourcing firm, is warning Filipinos about a surge in visa fraud and scams amid increasing outbound travel demand.
Scammers are impersonating embassy or VFS Global staff, exploiting the high volume of visa applications by promising to influence approval.
Visa application volumes in the Philippines have grown by 38 percent in 2024 compared to 2019, exceeding pre-pandemic levels.
VFS Global handles administrative tasks for 28 foreign missions in the Philippines and does not work with third-party entities for appointment bookings.
The US Embassy in the Philippines has also issued a warning regarding visa scams.
VFS Global advises travelers to apply for visas well in advance to avoid delays and fraudulent entities.
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