The United Kingdom has launched the “Visa Fraud: Ton Bacho’ campaign in Punjab to fight Visa Scams and illegal migration. This campaign is designed to safeguard people from physical emotional, financial, and physical risk related to visa fraud. The expression “Visa Fraud Ton Bacho’ translates to “Beware of Visa Fraud’ in Punjabi which emphasizes the focus of the campaign on informing people about scam visa agents, and helping them gain access to legitimate ways for traveling towards the UK.
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Key Features of the Campaign
Dedicated WhatsApp Support Line
An WhatsApp assistance line (+91 70652 53380) has been introduced to offer assistance to users in English as well as Punjabi. This helpline can assist people in recognizing the most common visa fraud strategies and also provides guidance regarding legal ways to migrate for the UK.
Educational Outreach in Punjab
The campaign comprises awareness events in major cities across Punjab and includes Amritsar, Ludhiana, Jalandhar as well as Chandigarh. The programs aim to educate the public about typical visa scams as well as the necessity of adhering to legitimate procedures for obtaining a visa.
Identifying Red Flags
The campaign warns people about false claims made by fraud agents, for example:
- Jobs with a guarantee throughout the UK without proper documentation.
- There is no requirement for tests to test English-language proficiency (e.g. IELTS, TESOL).
- Charges that are exorbitant with the promise of speedy or secured visa approval.
Consequences of Falling Victim to Visa Fraud
Visa fraud poses significant dangers which include financial losses as well as legal issues and personal security concerns. People who are involved in fraudulent visa schemes are at risk of:
- A 10-year prohibition upon entry into the UK.
- Financial ruin and debt due to fraudulent agent fees.
- Risk of exploitation as well as the trafficking of human beings.
A Collaborative Effort Between the UK and India
The campaign forms an element of the Mobility and Migration Partnership Agreement between the UK and India. Both countries are committed to fighting illegal immigration as well as visa fraud by collaborating efforts to ensure that Indians are able to visit for study, research, and work in the UK in a safe and legal manner.
Vox from the UK Leadership
Christina Scott, British Deputy High Commissioner to India She said:
“The opportunity to visit, study, and work in the UK has never been greater. However, young people’s dreams are being exploited, and too many are becoming victims of visa fraud.”
Similar to that, Caroline Rowett, British Deputy High Commissioner to Chandigarh commented:
“Punjab is known for its hardworking and ambitious people who have made significant contributions both in the UK and globally. We want to ensure that these dreams are fulfilled safely and legally.”
A Growing Demand for UK Visas
The UK issuing around 1 million visas this year, Indian nationals receive more than a quarter UK visas around the world. This highlights the growing relationship between the two nations and the growing amount of Indians selecting UK as their destination UK for work, travel, and even for their studies.
Empowering the Public Through Information
The “Visa Fraud Ton Bacho’ campaign is created to help people make an informed decision and beware of fraud. With access to free resources and easy-to-use platforms like and the WhatsApp Helpline The UK government makes sure that applicants to apply for visas get correct and authentic information..
Stay Informed, Stay Safe
If you’re planning on traveling to the UK Always rely on authoritative sources to get visa-related information. It is the UK official government website offers precise guidelines as well as the WhatsApp support number (+91 70652 5138) is available for inquiries for queries in English or Punjabi.
By being alert, you will be able to protect yourself from fraud on visas and follow your UK aspirations using safe and legal channels.