Parents of students who are planning to study abroad
Is everything going well?
There are many "traps" on the way to study abroad
Highlight the point
Teach you to identify telecom network scams involving studying abroad↓
I kidnapped myself myself?
Daughter studying abroad
Suddenly sent a "distress" video to my parents
and demanded a ransom of 5 million yuan
In order to test the authenticity, parents asked the "kidnappers"
"How many fish do you have at home?"
The other party replied quickly
"Two turtles, no fish."
Frightened, the parents hurried to report the case
However, after the police investigated, they found out
This is a "virtual kidnapping"
In other words, international students are voluntary
Cooperated with the fraudsters to shoot a video of the kidnapping
What's going on?
The following will take you to see through the three-step modus operandi of the scammer↓
1. Impersonating the public procuratorate
First of all, fraudsters pretend to be public prosecutors
Falsely claiming that an international student is suspected of a major crime
要求"配合调查"
Forcing it to isolate itself
The aim is to cut off contact with relatives and friends
2. Induce fake videos
Fraudsters then come up with a variety of reasons
to induce international students to shoot videos of being kidnapped
Reason 1: Falsely claiming to have received a video of an international student being kidnapped
It is suspected that he was trying to evade detection
The self-directed and self-acting was kidnapped
Ask to shoot a "same" video for comparison
to prove his innocence
Reason 2: Claiming that the international student or his parents are the same
Suspected of major cases
If you cooperate with the police to complete the "secret mission"
Take photos, videos, etc
to get leniency
3. Fraudulent "ransom"
When all else succeeded, the fraudsters contacted the parents
Falsely claiming that the child was "kidnapped"
And send a photo or video taken beforehand
to prove the authenticity of the "kidnapping".
Huge "ransom" from parents
Guaranteed admission? Disqualify!
Those who are planning to study abroad should also be vigilant
Promise to "guarantee admission".
It's all fake intermediaries!
A few days ago, the School of Management and Economics of the University of Hong Kong found
Individual students falsified their academic qualifications for admission
After investigation of the relevant false documents
Forged for illegal intermediaries
Source: HKU Business School official website
The Academy says once the evidence is conclusive
Students will be deprived of admission
Cancel your student registration
The visa agency business is also not immune to the clutches
Fake intermediaries will also impersonate agencies
Commitment to "fast processing"
After charging high fees
It's just going to make everything go down the drain
Rent a house at a low price? Preferential currency exchange?
The money is all swindled!
International students who are already living overseas
Beware of cheap and sophisticated "fake listings"
After you pay the deposit
It is likely that the tenant will not be able to move in or the landlord will "disappear"
Posts about rental scams on social platforms
Be careful when exchanging foreign currency
When someone claims that the exchange rate is cost-effective, convenient and fast
Is that really the case?
After you transfer the money
The other party will block you
You don't get a penny
Make a point!
Do these things and have a smooth journey to study abroad
In order to avoid the pitfalls of these scams
International students and parents should always be vigilant
Do the following:
1. Don't trust strangers
Choose a formal study abroad agency, agent and reliable landlord to protect your personal information and funds.
2. Verify payment information
Before providing personal information or paying a fee, it is important to verify the identity of the other party and the authenticity of the information.
3. Use official channels
Use official channels to handle the procedures related to studying abroad, and avoid using unofficial or unknown channels.
4. Keep in touch with your family
Keep in touch with family and friends so they know how they're doing so they can get help if they have a problem.
5. Report to the police in time in case of fraud
If you suspect that you have encountered fraud, you should immediately call the police for help, contact the local Chinese embassy or consulate, or call the Global Consular Protection and Service Emergency Hotline of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at +86-10-12308 or +86-10-65612308.
Again, make the point!
Keep these 3 points in mind↓
For more overseas fraud detection methods and anti-fraud tips, click here↓
"Overseas Telecommunication Network Fraud Prevention Brochure"
Take the test!
Are you doing this question right?
Have you mastered the problem of fraud prevention in studying abroad?
We have prepared a few quizzes for you
1. When you are choosing a school to study abroad, you see such an advertisement: the world's top 50 schools open new programs, guarantee admission, and apply quickly. What will you do?
A. Ask first, what if it's true?
B. Collection, as an alternative is also good
C. Apply quickly, on a first-come, first-served basis
D. Reporting, there is no "guaranteed admission"
Correct answer: D
Answer analysis: Be wary of the "guaranteed admission" commitment made by the study abroad agency, and pay attention to verify and confirm the legal business qualifications of the agency.
2. You receive a call from the "immigration office" abroad, saying that you have been listed as a suspect in financial fraud and asking you to transfer funds to a "safe account". How would you respond?
A. Panicked and asked how to turn
B. Hang up the phone and cancel the bank card privately
C. Don't be gullible, verify with the official
D. Half-believed, and then ask carefully
Correct Answer: C
Answer analysis: In such a situation, you should stay calm, do not be easily affected by intimidation, and do not transfer money, you can verify the identity of the other party through official channels.
3. As an international student, what do you think you need to do in terms of fraud prevention to be qualified? (Multiple Choice)
A. Go through the relevant procedures for studying abroad through official channels
B. Be sure to verify the identity of the other party when paying the fee
C. Study and live independently, and do not communicate with family members
D. Pay attention to the anti-fraud reminders issued by embassies and consulates abroad
Correct answer: ABD
Answer analysis: When studying abroad, remember to keep in touch and communicate with family and friends, so that you can seek help in time if you encounter scams.
Source: CCTV News