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Fraudulent Agencies Sell Fake Jobs for Visa Renewals

9/15/2025

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Two Hong Kong employment agencies, Shihua and Eurusau, allegedly sell fake jobs to mainland Chinese applicants for visa renewals, charging up to 500,000 yuan (US$70,200).
They issue fake employment contracts and payslips, requiring no actual work.
Agents instruct applicants to attend monthly online meetings to simulate employment.
Visa expirations peaked recently, with 13,678 due by the end of August under the Top Talent Pass Scheme.
The Immigration Department may take action against fraudulent employment proofs, as providing false information in visa applications can result in fines and imprisonment.

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Story summary

Two Hong Kong employment agencies, Shihua and Eurusau, allegedly sell fake jobs to mainland Chinese applicants for visa renewals, charging up to 500,000 yuan (US$70,200).
They issue fake employment contracts and payslips, requiring no actual work.
Agents instruct applicants to attend monthly online meetings to simulate employment.
Visa expirations peaked recently, with 13,678 due by the end of August under the Top Talent Pass Scheme.
The Immigration Department may take action against fraudulent employment proofs, as providing false information in visa applications can result in fines and imprisonment.