Sourcing an international job opportunity can be a life-changing milestone for your career and family. However, the high demand for overseas employment has also given rise to fraudulent agents and unauthorized sub-agents who exploit job seekers with fake job offers or hidden fees.
At Skylix Global, we believe in 100% transparency and safe migration. To ensure your journey abroad is legal, secure, and successful, here is the essential guide to protecting yourself from recruitment scams.
1. Always Verify the Agency’s BMET License
In Bangladesh, it is illegal for any individual or company to recruit manpower for overseas employment without a valid license from the Bureau of Manpower, Employment and Training (BMET).
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The Golden Rule: Always ask for the agency’s Recruiting License (RL) Number.
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How to check: You can verify any RL number directly on the official government BMET portal to ensure the agency is active and in good standing. Skylix Global operates transparently under our approved government license.
2. Never Pay Cash Without an Official Receipt
Fraudulent agents often demand massive cash payments upfront with promises of “instant visas.” Legitimate agencies will always provide a detailed breakdown of processing costs (medical fees, visa stamping, ticketing, and agency fees) and will issue a formal, stamped company receipt for every single payment made. If an agent refuses to give you a written receipt, walk away.
3. Verify Your Job Offer Letter
Before signing anything, ensure you receive an official employment contract or offer letter written in a language you understand (usually English and Bengali). A valid contract must clearly state:
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Your exact job title and responsibilities.
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Your basic monthly salary (excluding overtime).
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Food, accommodation, and medical insurance provisions.
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The exact name and location of the employing company abroad.
4. Demand a BMET Smart Card
The BMET Smart Card is your official clearance from the Government of Bangladesh. It proves that your job contract has been verified by the government, your visa is genuine, and you have completed the mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO). No worker can legally clear airport immigration in Bangladesh for overseas employment without this Smart Card. If an agent tells you that you can travel on a tourist visa or bypass the Smart Card, they are putting you at risk of deportation or arrest.
Your Safety is Our Priority
At Skylix Global, we follow an ethical recruitment model. We guide our candidates through every legal milestone, ensuring your transition from Bangladesh to your destination country is smooth, legal, and completely safe.
Ready to take the next step in your global career safely? Visit the Skylix Global office or browse our verified, government-approved job openings today.