PHNOM PENH — The Indian Embassy in Cambodia has warned Indian nationals seeking employment in the country to be vigilant against fraudulent job offers that could lead to human trafficking and involvement in illegal online scam operations.
In an advisory issued by the embassy in Phnom Penh, officials said Indian citizens are being lured to Cambodia with false promises of lucrative employment opportunities before falling into the hands of human traffickers.
According to the advisory, victims are allegedly coerced into participating in online financial scams and other unlawful activities after arriving in Cambodia.
The embassy urged Indian nationals intending to work in Cambodia to use only authorised recruitment agents and to thoroughly verify the background of prospective employers before accepting job offers.
It also cautioned against using tourist visas to seek employment, noting that visitors should not engage in activities that are inconsistent with the purpose for which their visa was issued.
In addition, the embassy advised Indian nationals who do not possess a valid Cambodian visa to leave the country immediately.
The embassy said Indian citizens requiring assistance may contact its consular section in Phnom Penh through official channels.