Indians applying for H-1B visas are falling for simple web scams; it makes one question if they are that easily duped.  An indian professional's social media post on an experience raises this query.  According to the individual, he paid for a visa interview date but ultimately lost all access to his account.
 
"I have not yet added my passport number or my DS160 form number to it, but when I log in now, it takes me to the new login I did," he adds.  The indian passport holder, who now resides in Canada, regrets spending "more than 500 CAD."  Even if the comments were constructive and offered him advice, there is no assurance that he will be able to get his money back in full.  He would have to deal with the additional stress of losing his funds on top of the strain of scheduling a visa appointment.
 
You cannot be so gullible as to fall for these scams when you are going abroad.  Who can ensure that you won't fall victim to fraud and Ponzi schemes in a foreign nation, even if you are granted a visa?  Being an IT worker in particular requires intelligence and the ability to deal with the fraudsters that one may come across on social media on a daily basis.  Additionally, the user admitted that he was "desperate" to obtain a visa and ultimately failed.  Do your research and avoid falling for these online visa frauds.  Even if the appointment time is lengthy, avoid using these "shortcuts" that are taking advantage of thousands of Indians' aspirations.
 

 
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G GOWTHAM

27/02/2025 12:25 PM