Indians on F1 Visas: Beware Fake DHS Calls — FBI Issues Scam Alert #f1visa

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Indians on F-1 visas in the U.S. — you could be the next target. FBI and immigration experts are warning that international students are falling victim to fake Homeland Security and USCIS phone calls.

In this episode of the Immigration Talk Show, we break down how this visa scam works, why Indian students are being specifically targeted, and what you can do to protect yourself and your friends. These scams have gotten smarter — using spoofed .gov caller IDs, pretending to be DHS, ICE, IRS, or even Indian embassy officials.

From fake job offers to threats of deportation, the tactics are getting bolder. But don’t panic — we’ll give you clear, step-by-step ways to avoid falling into the trap.

Key Topics Covered
How the latest scam targeting F-1 students works

Why Indian students in the U.S. are at higher risk

What red flags to look out for during suspicious calls

What to do if you’ve already sent money or personal info

How to report scams and protect your community

Authoritative Source References
FBI Official Public Warning on DHS Scam Calls
Summary: The FBI warns foreign students are being called by scammers pretending to be DHS or ICE agents asking for payments to resolve “visa issues.”
Source: https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/washingtondc/news/press-releases/fbi-warns-of-scams-targeting-international-students

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Fraud Alert
Summary: ICE has confirmed that it never contacts individuals by phone to request money or threaten deportation.
Source: https://www.ice.gov/news/releases/ice-warns-students-about-scam

U.S. Department of Homeland Security – Scam & Fraud Resource Center
Summary: DHS shares guidance for identifying spoofed calls, phishing, and reporting fake government contact.
Source: https://www.dhs.gov/scams

Disclaimer
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