Immigration Agency Exposes Fraudulent 'Entry Restriction Lift and Amnesty Consent Form,' Urges Public Not to Be Deceived
The National Immigration Agency (NIA) warned the public about a fraudulent 'Entry Restriction Lift and Amnesty Consent Form' circulating online, stating it has not issued such a document and that lifting entry restrictions does not require any fees. The NIA emphasized that those involved in such acts are committing fraud and urged citizens to report them to the police or the NIA's special task forces. The agency also advised the public to verify any questions regarding application procedures through official channels to protect their rights.
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(Central News Agency reporter Huang Li-yun, Taipei, 14th) Regarding the online circulation of the 'Republic of China Ministry of Interior National Immigration Agency Entry Restriction Lift and Amnesty Consent Form,' the Immigration Agency stated today that it has not issued this document, and that processing the lifting of restrictions does not require any fees. Perpetrators involved in such acts are committing fraud, and the public is urged to be aware and not to suffer losses to their rights.
The Ministry of Interior National Immigration Agency stated today through a press release that a document titled 'Republic of China Ministry of Interior National Immigration Agency Entry Restriction Lift and Amnesty Consent Form' has recently been circulating online, but it was not issued by the Immigration Agency, and processing the lifting of restrictions does not require any fees. The public is reminded not to easily believe and be deceived into financial losses, nor to process through unknown channels and suffer damage to their rights.
At the same time, relevant perpetrators are suspected of committing fraud under the Criminal Code. The public can report them to the National Police Agency or the Immigration Agency's special task forces in various counties and cities.
The Immigration Agency stated that foreigners who have been legally prohibited from entering the country, if they meet the statutory conditions for lifting restrictions, can apply to the Immigration Agency to lift or shorten the period of entry prohibition. After legal review, the Immigration Agency will respond to the application results with an official document, and no fees are required for applying to lift restrictions.
Furthermore, if anyone claims to accelerate the process for a fee or to lift restrictions even if they do not meet the requirements, these are all fraudulent tactics.
The Immigration Agency appeals that impersonating a government agency to defraud others of property has violated the aggravated fraud crime under the Criminal Code, which can be punished with a maximum of 7 years of imprisonment. The public is urged not to test the law, and once discovered, no leniency will be given; and reminds the public that if they have questions about the application process for lifting restrictions, they can contact the Immigration Agency's service stations in various locations or inquire on the official website to protect their own rights. (Editor: Chen Ching-fang) 1150414
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(Central News Agency reporter Huang Li-yun, Taipei, 14th) Regarding the online circulation of the 'Republic of China Ministry of Interior National Immigration Agency Entry Restriction Lift and Amnesty Consent Form,' the Immigration Agency stated today that it has not issued this document, and that processing the lifting of restrictions does not require any fees. Perpetrators involved in such acts are committing fraud, and the public is urged to be aware and not to suffer losses to their rights.
The Ministry of Interior National Immigration Agency stated today through a press release that a document titled 'Republic of China Ministry of Interior National Immigration Agency Entry Restriction Lift and Amnesty Consent Form' has recently been circulating online, but it was not issued by the Immigration Agency, and processing the lifting of restrictions does not require any fees. The public is reminded not to easily believe and be deceived into financial losses, nor to process through unknown channels and suffer damage to their rights.
At the same time, relevant perpetrators are suspected of committing fraud under the Criminal Code. The public can report them to the National Police Agency or the Immigration Agency's special task forces in various counties and cities.
The Immigration Agency stated that foreigners who have been legally prohibited from entering the country, if they meet the statutory conditions for lifting restrictions, can apply to the Immigration Agency to lift or shorten the period of entry prohibition. After legal review, the Immigration Agency will respond to the application results with an official document, and no fees are required for applying to lift restrictions.
Furthermore, if anyone claims to accelerate the process for a fee or to lift restrictions even if they do not meet the requirements, these are all fraudulent tactics.
The Immigration Agency appeals that impersonating a government agency to defraud others of property has violated the aggravated fraud crime under the Criminal Code, which can be punished with a maximum of 7 years of imprisonment. The public is urged not to test the law, and once discovered, no leniency will be given; and reminds the public that if they have questions about the application process for lifting restrictions, they can contact the Immigration Agency's service stations in various locations or inquire on the official website to protect their own rights. (Editor: Chen Ching-fang) 1150414
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FAQ
Does the Immigration Agency issue an 'Entry Restriction Lift and Amnesty Consent Form'?
No, the Immigration Agency does not issue this type of document.
Are there any fees for lifting entry restrictions?
No, there are no fees required for lifting entry restrictions.