Do not apply to recruitment agencies not licensed by BE & OE.

Do not deal with licensed agencies without job orders.

Do not deal with any person who is not an authorized representative of a licensed agency.

Do not transact business outside the registered address of the agency. If recruitment is conducted in the province, check if the agency has a provincial recruitment authority.

Do not pay more than the allowed placement fee.

Do not pay any placement fee unless you have a valid employment contract and an official receipt.

Do not be enticed by ads or brochures requiring you to reply to a Post Office (P.O.) Box, and to enclose payment for processing of papers.

Do not deal with training centers and travel agencies, which promise overseas employment.

Do not accept a tourist visa.