How to spot a fake job
Job scams target people who need work most. These are the signs that come up again and again.
They ask you to payA registration fee, training, a uniform, a medical or "processing". Real employers don't charge you.
The offer comes too fastYou are "selected" without an interview, or for a job you never applied for.
The contact looks wrongA Gmail or Yahoo address, or only a WhatsApp number, instead of the company's own website.
The pay is too goodHigh pay for no experience and no qualifications.
They want your PIN or OTPNo employer needs your banking PIN, OTP or card details to hire you.
It isn't on their websiteBig employers list every vacancy on their own careers site. If it isn't there, be careful.
Real job or scam?
| What to check | Real job | Scam |
|---|---|---|
| Money | Free to apply | Asks for a fee |
| Contact | Company e-mail or careers portal | Personal e-mail or WhatsApp only |
| Interview | Interview before any offer | Offer with no interview |
| Pressure | A clear closing date | "Pay today or lose your place" |
Report a fake job
Send us the advert link or the number that contacted you. We check it and warn our WhatsApp channel.
Already paid someone?
- Stop paying and stop replying.
- Keep screenshots, phone numbers and your proof of payment.
- Call your bank straight away.
- Open a case at your nearest police station.
- Tell us, so we can warn others.
Every job here comes from the source
We only list jobs from employers' own websites or official portals, and take them down when they close.