Immigration Agency Partners with Santo Domingo Catholic Church to Enhance Migrant Worker Anti-Fraud Awareness
Taiwan's Immigration Agency collaborated with Santo Domingo Catholic Church to conduct an anti-fraud awareness campaign for 400 Filipino migrant workers. The initiative aimed to educate them on common scam tactics and the risks of lending personal accounts or SIM cards, preventing them from becoming accomplices in fraud. Officials emphasized vigilance and the importance of reporting suspicious activities.
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Taipei, April 15 (CNA) To enhance foreign nationals' awareness of fraud prevention, the Immigration Agency announced today that it recently partnered with Santo Domingo Catholic Church to conduct an anti-fraud awareness campaign for 400 Filipino migrant workers, reminding them to be wary of lending personal accounts and SIM cards to avoid becoming accomplices in fraud.
The Immigration Agency issued a press release today stating that to effectively reduce the risk of foreign nationals being scammed, its Northern District Affairs Brigade's Taipei City Service Station recently visited Santo Domingo Catholic Church to conduct an anti-fraud awareness campaign for 400 Filipino migrant workers. During the gathering of congregants for Sunday Mass, anti-fraud concepts were conveyed as warm life reminders.
On-site immigration officer Chen Yen-cheng also shared common deceptive tactics used by fraud groups entirely in English, such as seemingly simple requests to "help out" by borrowing an account. He warned that if one inadvertently falls into a fraud trap, hard-earned savings from working abroad could vanish overnight.
Chen Yen-cheng also specifically reminded them about easily overlooked personal data security, including that personal SIM cards, Alien Resident Certificates, and bank accounts must not be lent out, to prevent becoming an accomplice in fraud and incurring legal liabilities.
Migrant worker Ali (pseudonym) stated that she once encountered a stranger calling to request cash collection, claiming to be a fellow migrant worker in Taiwan in urgent need of help. She almost agreed out of momentary enthusiasm but was fortunately reminded by a friend, thus avoiding involvement in a criminal case. She added that through this campaign, she learned more about fraud methods, which helps increase her vigilance against fraud.
Father Ma Wan-cheng of Santo Domingo Catholic Church stated that the church is a spiritual solace for foreign nationals in a foreign land and a fortress protecting the peace of its congregants. He hopes that through this collaboration with the Immigration Agency for awareness campaigns, migrant workers can receive protection in both their spiritual and real lives.
Su Hui-wen, director of the Immigration Agency's Taipei City Service Station, stated that fraud prevention is not just a slogan but a gentle promise to protect dreams in a foreign land. In the future, they will continue to gather the strength of religious, civil organizations, and enterprises to enhance foreign nationals' anti-fraud awareness and establish a safe living environment. She reiterated that if suspicious situations are encountered, one must remain highly vigilant and call the 165 anti-fraud hotline to protect personal property safety. (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 1150415
The Immigration Agency issued a press release today stating that to effectively reduce the risk of foreign nationals being scammed, its Northern District Affairs Brigade's Taipei City Service Station recently visited Santo Domingo Catholic Church to conduct an anti-fraud awareness campaign for 400 Filipino migrant workers. During the gathering of congregants for Sunday Mass, anti-fraud concepts were conveyed as warm life reminders.
On-site immigration officer Chen Yen-cheng also shared common deceptive tactics used by fraud groups entirely in English, such as seemingly simple requests to "help out" by borrowing an account. He warned that if one inadvertently falls into a fraud trap, hard-earned savings from working abroad could vanish overnight.
Chen Yen-cheng also specifically reminded them about easily overlooked personal data security, including that personal SIM cards, Alien Resident Certificates, and bank accounts must not be lent out, to prevent becoming an accomplice in fraud and incurring legal liabilities.
Migrant worker Ali (pseudonym) stated that she once encountered a stranger calling to request cash collection, claiming to be a fellow migrant worker in Taiwan in urgent need of help. She almost agreed out of momentary enthusiasm but was fortunately reminded by a friend, thus avoiding involvement in a criminal case. She added that through this campaign, she learned more about fraud methods, which helps increase her vigilance against fraud.
Father Ma Wan-cheng of Santo Domingo Catholic Church stated that the church is a spiritual solace for foreign nationals in a foreign land and a fortress protecting the peace of its congregants. He hopes that through this collaboration with the Immigration Agency for awareness campaigns, migrant workers can receive protection in both their spiritual and real lives.
Su Hui-wen, director of the Immigration Agency's Taipei City Service Station, stated that fraud prevention is not just a slogan but a gentle promise to protect dreams in a foreign land. In the future, they will continue to gather the strength of religious, civil organizations, and enterprises to enhance foreign nationals' anti-fraud awareness and establish a safe living environment. She reiterated that if suspicious situations are encountered, one must remain highly vigilant and call the 165 anti-fraud hotline to protect personal property safety. (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 1150415
FAQ
What was the purpose of the campaign by the Immigration Agency and Santo Domingo Catholic Church?
The campaign aimed to enhance anti-fraud awareness among Filipino migrant workers in Taiwan, educating them about common scam tactics and the dangers of lending personal accounts or SIM cards.
What specific warnings were given to migrant workers?
Migrant workers were warned against lending their personal SIM cards, Alien Resident Certificates, and bank accounts to others, as these could be used by fraudsters, making them accomplices in criminal activities.
What should migrant workers do if they encounter suspicious situations?
They should remain highly vigilant and call the 165 anti-fraud hotline to protect their personal property and safety.