The Canadian government has announced that using fake documents or providing false information during the immigration process can have very serious consequences, including a five-year ban from entering Canada.

Scammers often use methods such as requesting payment via e-transfer, cryptocurrency or creating fear and intimidation to deceive victims.

The official Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has urged people to be vigilant, not sharing personal information via email and not clicking on suspicious links, as official government communications are not sent in this manner.

Signs of a scam
Request for payment via e-transfer or cryptocurrency
Threats of deportation, arrest or imprisonment
Using harsh, threatening language or psychological pressure
Emails or messages that ask for personal information such as passwords or banking information
Emails that appear official but lead to fake websites
What to do
Do not click on links or enter personal information in response to anonymous emails or messages.
Note that official Canadian government communications never ask for sensitive or financial information via email.
Never pay immigration consultants via e-transfer or cryptocurrency.
Beware of people who pressure you to take immediate action.
Things to avoid
Using shortcuts or forged documents in your immigration case
Making payments that are refundable or chargebackable
Fraud penalties
Providing false information or using forged documents can result in a 5-year ban from entering Canada, a record of fraud, and loss of permanent resident status.
Refunding or canceling a visa may also result in a 10-year ban from entering Canada.
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