October 24, Colombo (LNW): The Foreign Employment Bureau has disbursed Rs. 105.6 million in compensation to individuals who fell prey to overseas employment scams over the past year.
This restitution follows successful legal actions against fraudulent individuals and unregistered agencies involved in deceptive practices within the foreign employment sector.
The compensation is part of the Bureau’s response to growing concerns over overseas employment fraud, which has affected many seeking work abroad.
These legal proceedings were launched following a series of raids and investigations triggered by complaints from victims.
Over the past nine months, the Bureau has registered 570 complaints, resulting in the apprehension of 104 individuals involved in illegal foreign employment schemes.
These arrests highlight the Bureau’s commitment to tackling this issue, ensuring that those responsible face legal consequences.
To further assist the public in identifying and reporting such scams, the Bureau has introduced a dedicated hotline (1989), aimed at raising awareness and providing assistance to those affected or at risk of falling victim to fraudulent employment offers.
