Job Posting Red Flags Checker

Common scam indicators include: requests for upfront payment or fees, vague company descriptions, guaranteed visa approval claims, no interview required, and pressure to send money via wire transfer. Legitimate employers never ask candidates to pay for their own visa processing.

Reputable employers increasingly include salary ranges in job postings. Many countries and jurisdictions now require salary transparency by law. A job posting without any compensation information is a yellow flag—it may indicate below-market pay or an unprofessional hiring process.

No. In virtually all legitimate employment scenarios, the sponsoring employer pays for visa application fees and related legal costs. If a company asks you to pay a processing fee, application fee, or any upfront cost, it is almost certainly a scam.

This vague phrasing is a warning sign. Companies that genuinely sponsor visas typically state it clearly: "We offer visa sponsorship" or specify the visa type (EU Blue Card, Skilled Worker visa, etc.). Vague language often means the company hasn't committed to sponsorship or may not follow through.

Yes. Commission-only roles are risky for visa holders because most work visas require a minimum salary threshold. If your income is entirely commission-based, you may not meet visa requirements, and your income instability could jeopardize your immigration status.