A genuine employer will never ask you to pay to apply, to be interviewed or to receive an offer. Be wary of jobs with no company details, unrealistic salaries, pressure to decide quickly, or requests for passport and bank details before a formal offer — and report them.
Job scams cost people money and time and can lead to identity theft or unsafe travel. Most share the same warning signs.
The biggest warning sign: being asked to pay
Never pay for:
- an application or "processing" fee
- a medical test arranged by the "recruiter"
- training, uniforms or equipment before you start
- a visa or ticket through someone you have not verified
Legitimate employers and licensed agencies do not charge candidates to apply. Every employer on this platform agrees never to charge candidates fees.
Other red flags
- No real company details — no website, no physical address, only a mobile number or a free email address.
- Salary far above the market for little experience.
- Pressure — "only two slots left, pay today".
- Interviews only by chat, with an offer before you have spoken to anyone.
- Requests for sensitive documents (passport, ID, bank details) before a written offer.
- Overseas jobs where your passport will be "kept safe" by the agent.
How to check an employer
- Search the company name and look for an official website and real reviews.
- Call the main office number from the official website — not the number in the advert.
- For agencies, ask for their licence or registration and check it with the relevant ministry or authority.
- Ask for a written offer letter with the salary, role and start date.
How this platform helps
- Every job must show its monthly salary range, and a job that asks candidates for money can't be published.
- Every job has a Report this job link. We take down jobs that break our rules.
If you think you have been scammed
Stop all payments, keep copies of messages and receipts, report it to the police and your mobile money provider or bank, and report the advert to the website where you found it.
Frequently asked questions
Is it normal to pay a fee to apply for a job?
No. Genuine employers do not charge candidates to apply, attend interviews or receive an offer.
How can I check if a recruitment agency is genuine?
Ask for its licence or registration, check it with the relevant authority, and call the office using contact details from its official website.
What should I do if a job on this site looks suspicious?
Use the 'Report this job' link on the job page. We take down jobs that break our rules.
Should I share my passport or bank details with a recruiter?
Not before a formal written offer. Be careful with anyone who asks for them early.
What should I do if I have already paid someone?
Stop paying, keep every message and receipt, tell your bank or mobile money provider straight away, and report it to the police.
Is a job offer without an interview a warning sign?
Yes. Genuine employers interview candidates before making an offer.
