BEOE Warns Public About Fake Overseas Azad and Other Visa Offers
The Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment (BEOE) has released an important alert for all Pakistani citizens who dream of working abroad. The bureau said many private travel agents are tricking people by saying they can arrange foreign work visas. According to BEOE, these claims are completely false, and people should not give any money to such agents.
BEOE clearly explained that private travel agencies have no legal power to provide or process overseas job visas. They cannot charge fees for arranging work abroad, and they cannot guarantee jobs in any foreign country. Many people lose their life savings by trusting these fake promises, and the bureau wants the public to stay safe.
Only Licensed OEPs Can Arrange Overseas Jobs
BEOE reminded everyone that only licensed Overseas Employment Promoters (OEPs) are allowed to hire Pakistani workers for jobs in other countries. These promoters are registered with the government, and their details are publicly available.
Anyone who wishes to go abroad for work should check the status of the promoter first. You can find the official list of licensed OEPs on the BEOE website. This helps jobseekers make sure the person or company they are dealing with is real and trustworthy.
No Country Gives an “Azad Visa”
The advisory also explained the truth about “Azad visas,” a term many fake agents use to fool people. BEOE said that no country offers a visa that allows you to work freely anywhere you want.
A real work visa is always linked to one employer or sponsor. This means the worker must stay with that employer unless the government of the host country gives written permission to change jobs.
Risks of Changing Employers Without Permission
BEOE also warned that switching employers without approval is a serious offense in many countries. If a person leaves their sponsor and works somewhere else without permission, they can face:
- Heavy fines
- Jail time
- Deportation
- Loss of legal work rights
The bureau explained that this mistake can destroy a worker’s future and make it difficult for them to work abroad again.
Why Working Illegally Is Dangerous
The bureau also shared that earnings made from jobs outside the approved contract are considered illegal income. This means the worker has no legal protection if anything goes wrong.
If a worker has an accident on the job, only the sponsoring company is responsible for help or compensation. If the worker was working somewhere else illegally, they may not receive any support at all.
Public Encouraged to Stay Alert
BEOE urged everyone to be careful when they hear promises of:
- Free visas
- “Open” visas
- Transferable visas
- Visa without documents
- Visa without interview
These offers are usually traps used by scammers to steal money from innocent people.
The safest way to get a job abroad is to apply through a licensed OEP or through official government-to-government programs. People should always verify any offer before paying fees.
Conclusion
This warning from BEOE is a very important step to protect jobseekers from fraud. Many people dream of working abroad, but scammers take advantage of this dream. By following the bureau’s advice, checking promoter details, and avoiding fake claims, citizens can stay safe and avoid losing their hard-earned money.
Going abroad for work is a big decision, and people should always use legal and trusted channels. BEOE’s message is clear: do not trust fake agents, do not pay extra money, and always verify before you decide.
