Dubai Police warn against fake domestic worker recruitment ads

Dubai's police force has issued a warning to residents about the dangers of fake domestic worker recruitment ads and unlicensed recruitment offices. The police cautioned that attractive prices offered in such ads could lead to fraud, financial losses, and other risks for families seeking to hire domestic workers. In a social media video, Dubai Police explained that a single anonymous advertisement could be the beginning of a scam targeting people who wish to hire domestic workers.

The police emphasized that tempting prices might be a sign of fraudulent advertisements and unlicensed recruitment offices, which could put people's money and rights at risk. They advised residents to verify the recruitment office through the official Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) website before hiring domestic workers.

The police warned that dealing with unlicensed recruitment agencies could lead to financial losses, loss of legal rights, and potential legal consequences. They also highlighted the possibility of theft and other security risks associated with hiring workers through illegal channels. Dubai Police urged residents not to solely rely on unusually low prices and to verify the licensing and approval of recruitment agencies by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE).

The ministry's official website provides a searchable list of authorized recruitment agencies, allowing residents to check an office's status before entering into an agreement or making payments. Dubai Police emphasized that relying on official sources before trusting recruitment offers could help protect residents against fraud and contribute to a safer community.