Thai PBS Verify found a Facebook page advertising overseas job opportunities, claiming monthly earnings of over 100,000 Baht. However, an investigation revealed that the page was impersonating a legitimate overseas recruitment company. The public is urged not to be misled.
Source: Facebook
Fact-checking Process
An investigation revealed that a Facebook page named “จัดหา แรงงานไทย (Thai Labor Recruitment)” ran ads recruiting workers for jobs abroad. One of the ads stated:
“Congratulations to our client! A full 3-year visa granted. Australia... the land of kangaroos and koalas is a dream destination for many. For Thai citizens wishing to travel to Australia, a visa application and approval are required. We offer global visa consultation services backed by over 10 years of experience. Having solved a wide range of visa issues, we are confident in our ability to assist clients in securing visas easily, increasing their chances of approval.”
Note: Our company provides guidance and consultation to help complete visa documents and ensure accuracy. (Recorded Link)
The accompanying image in the ad claimed job openings in multiple countries, including South Korea, Australia, Japan, Israel, and Taiwan, for positions such as massage therapists, agricultural workers, factory workers, construction workers, hotel housekeepers, restaurant staff, and welders. It also claimed direct placement with employers and promised no abandonment.
The ad received over 800 reactions and hundreds of inquiries, indicating significant public interest.
Additionally, the page introduced itself under the registered company name SLOT INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD., It listed a 0105525003421 and the registration date as January 29, 1982.
However, upon investigation, it was found that the actual company has issued a warning about scammers impersonating its name. (Recorded Link)
A review of the page’s transparency information revealed that it was created on August 15, 2022, and is currently managed by individuals in Indonesia, Mexico, Venezuela, and Vietnam—with no page administrators based in Thailand.
The images used by the page were examined using Google Lens, and it was found that they were taken from a Pinterest user account, a platform commonly used for image searches. This suggests the images were likely used to create false credibility for the page. (Recorded Link)
Impact of This False Information
The post attracted significant interest, with many users messaging the page to inquire about the costs of working abroad. This poses a risk of people being scammed into paying so-called processing fees, potentially resulting in financial loss.
There have been several previous reports of fake pages promoting overseas job scams, such as here, here, and here.
Warning: Always Verify Before Transferring Money
The Department of Employment urges the public to thoroughly verify the legitimacy of any recruitment agency or representative before transferring money. Job seekers should first check the list of licensed overseas recruitment agencies on the Department's official website at doe.go.th/ipd. Today, many brokers and agents use sophisticated methods to appear credible, aiming to deceive people seeking work abroad. To avoid regret and financial loss, it's essential to verify before proceeding.
Safe and Verified Ways to Work Abroad
For those interested in working overseas, here are five trusted ways to find accurate information and avoid being scammed. It's important to research thoroughly about the destination country before making any commitments.
✅ Provincial Employment Offices across the country
✅ Through the Department of Employment’s e-Service system at www.doe.go.th
✅ Overseas Thai Labor Administration Bureau website at doe.go.th/overseas
✅ Ministry of Labor Hotline: Call 1506, press 2
✅ Department of Employment Hotline: Call 1694
