The Delhi Police Crime Branch has uncovered a sophisticated fake-visa racket that allegedly posed as representatives of VFS Global to cheat job-seekers aspiring to travel abroad. Three men — identified as Deepak Pandey (33), Yash Singh (23) and Wasim Akram (25) — have been arrested for running the fraudulent operation from a rented office in south Delhi.
According to investigators, the accused used a combination of fake websites, forged documents and foreign-based WhatsApp numbers to convince victims that they were dealing with authorized visa facilitators. Police said the trio had been operating the racket for at least a year and targeted individuals seeking employment opportunities overseas.
Fake Website, Foreign Numbers Used to Lure Victims
The gang reportedly created a website under the name paramountoversease.co.in, displaying logos and branding similar to that of VFS Global — the official outsourcing and technology services partner for several governments.
The website claimed to offer visa appointment bookings, job-offer processing and document clearance for countries such as Canada, the UK and European destinations. A US-registered WhatsApp number was used for communication, giving the impression of an international link.
Police sources said the men also circulated advertisements on social media promising “guaranteed work visas” and “fast-track immigration services,” which helped them attract multiple job seekers from Delhi and nearby states.
Victims Received Forged Visa Papers, Fake Job Offers
Once convinced, victims were asked to pay fees for visa processing, document verification and medical tests. After receiving money, the gang issued forged appointment letters, employment contracts, immigration clearance documents and fabricated visa slips.
In one documented case, a complainant alleged he was cheated of ₹3.16 lakh after being given counterfeit visa paperwork. Several other victims have since contacted the Crime Branch with similar complaints.
Investigation Triggered by VFS Global Complaint
The fraud came to light after a VFS Global consultant, Anand Singh, filed a complaint noting misuse of the company’s name, branding and email patterns. Acting on the complaint, the Crime Branch traced the digital trail — including email accounts, IP addresses, and bank transactions — ultimately locating the fake office in Zamrudpur.
During the raid, police seized laptops, forged visa documents, rubber stamps, mobile phones, and data related to the fraudulent transactions.
Accused Confessed to Running the Scam, Say Police
During interrogation, police officials said the accused admitted to impersonating VFS staff and creating forged immigration paperwork. They reportedly revealed that they had no international connections and relied solely on digital manipulation to trick job-seekers.
More Victims Likely
Investigators believe the racket may have conned several more individuals who have not yet come forward. Police have appealed to the public to report similar frauds and reminded applicants to verify visa services exclusively through official websites and government-approved channels.
