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Work Permit Agent Scam
Fraudulent agents charge excessive fees for work permit services, provide fake documents, or leave workers in legal jeopardy.
How It Works
Agent claims to handle work permit 'fast-track' or 'guaranteed' processing
Charges THB 30,000-100,000+ for services costing THB 5,000-15,000
May provide falsified company documents or tax records
Work permit is either never obtained or obtained fraudulently
Worker discovers they've been working illegally all along
If fraud discovered, the WORKER faces criminal liability — not just the agent
Warning Signs
Fees far above standard government rates
'Guaranteed' approval claims
Agent handles everything — you never visit immigration yourself
Documents in Thai only — refused to translate
No physical office or verifiable business registration
Asks you to sign blank forms
What To Do
How to Report
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