12 tips to avoid being caught in a visa scam in Australia

Thinking about working in Australia? You will need a valid work visa. If you have been told that you can work with an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA), you have been lied to.

You could be caught in a scam if:

1. the advertisement lists only a first name and number
2. the employer or agent demands that you pay them upfront for an Australian visa
3. you are told to get an ETA for work
4. you are asked to set up a company in order to come and work in Australia
5. you feel like you are being harassed with promises that you will be safe and looked after once you pay 
6. you are promised permanent residence in Australia 
7. the employer or agent uses the Australian coat of arms on their website
8. you are told you will be paid in cash only
9. you are told you won’t be required to get an Australian government tax file number
10. the employer or agent in Australia does not have an Australian Business Number (ABN)
11. you won’t be paid minimum Australian wage (see www.fairwork.gov.au)
12. you are asked to give your travel documents, including your passport, to an individual or agent for longer than is reasonably necessary.

For more information about the ETA please visit www.border.gov.au/ETA

 

 Source: Border.gov.au

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