India warns tourists in Malaysia: Beware of fake job offers under 30-day visa-free entry
The Indian High Commission in Malaysia has issued a warning to citizens against using visa-free tourist entry to seek employment. Officials cautioned that such actions lead to illegal immigration status, exploitation, and potential legal consequences.
Why it matters
It highlights the risks of labor exploitation and the importance of adhering to international visa regulations for migrant workers.
India has warned its nationals against using Malaysia’s 30-day visa-free entry facility to seek employment, cautioning them about agents making false job promises.The High Commission of India in Kuala Lumpur said there has been a “noticeable increase” in Indian nationals arriving in Malaysia under the visa-free facility to seek work. It warned that many are being misled by unscrupulous agents who promise jobs in the country.The mission said such cases can result in overstaying, illegal immigration status, exploitation, detention and legal action under Malaysian immigration rules.Visa-free entry only for tourismThe High Commission clarified that the 30-day visa-free facility available to Indian passport holders is meant only for…
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