Immigration and citizenship fraud and scams
Learn how to protect yourself from scammers and what to do if you are a victim of fraud.
Services and information
Online and telephone scams
Identify artificial intelligence, social media, website, email and phone scams targeting applicants
Fraud targeting newcomers
Learn how to avoid and report scams in Canada.
International student scams
Learn how to protect yourself from fraud while applying for a study permit.
How to report fraud or abuse
Help protect yourself and others by reporting immigration fraud.
Consequences of fraud
Submitting false documents, lying on an application or cheating on a citizenship test has serious consequences.
Marriage fraud
Avoid scams and learn the rules for sponsoring a spouse.
Routine surveys
Find out what surveys are currently being conducted by IRCC.
Posters and tip sheets
View and download materials to help you identify common scams.
Using an immigration and citizenship representative
Find out how to use a representative to help with your immigration or citizenship application.
Features
Check if your representative is authorized
If you’re using a paid immigration representative (consultant, lawyer or Quebec notary), they must be licensed to represent you or give advice.