₹36.89 Lakh Canada Visa Fraud: Retired Colonel Alleges Cheating by Chandigarh Based Immigration Firm
A serious case of alleged immigration fraud has surfaced in Chandigarh, where a retired Indian Army colonel has accused a local immigration consultancy of cheating him of ₹36.89 lakh on the false promise of securing a Canada work permit and family visa. Immigration Frauds
According to the complaint, Sukhvinder Pal Singh, a resident of Ambala, alleged that officials of Express Entry Immigration Services lured him with assurances of a guaranteed visa for Canada, along with visas for his family members. Trusting their words, the complainant transferred large sums of money in installments.
Fake Documents and Forged Requests Alleged
Sukhvinder Pal Singh stated that to make the scheme appear genuine and authentic, the accused allegedly provided fake immigration documents, including forged passport request letters, to convince him that the visa process was progressing smoothly. However, after repeated delays and evasive responses, the complainant grew suspicious and later came to know that the documents were allegedly fabricated.
Upon realizing the fraud, The Victim approached the police and submitted a detailed complaint outlining the alleged fraud, financial transactions detail, and the misleading/forged representations made by the immigration firm.
FIR Registered Against Five Accused
Acting on the victim’s complaint, Ambala Police have registered an FIR for cheating and forgery against five individuals associated with the firm named David Arora, Mandeep Kaur, Gurdeep Singh, Gagan, and Sam. The Investigation team is examining bank records, communication trails, and the authenticity of documents allegedly issued to the victim.
Rising Canada Immigration Fraud Cases
This case adds to the growing list of Canada visa fraud cases in India, where unsuspecting applicants are allegedly duped by unlicensed or fraudulent immigration consultants promising quick work permits, PR pathways, or family visas. Police officials have urged citizens to verify the credentials of immigration firms and cross check visa updates only through official government portals.
Police Advisory to Visa Applicants
Authorities have advised visa seekers to avoid upfront cash payments, demand written agreements, and ensure that consultants are authorized representatives. Victims of immigration fraud are encouraged to report such cases promptly to prevent further financial loss and help curb organized visa scams.
The investigation in this case is ongoing, and further arrests or recoveries may follow based on the findings of the probe.