India, Aug. 31 -- The Consulate General of India in Dubai and the Northern Emirates has issued a warning to Indian nationals residing in the UAE about the risk of scams perpetrated by people and agents who falsely assert their ability to facilitate visa regularization, emergency certificates, exit permits, Emirates IDs, and employment opportunities.

The Consulate reported that it has received information saying that several Indian nationals, especially those in blue-collar jobs, have been targeted by these deceitful operators.

As per the advisory, fraudsters request that victims submit their passport, Emirates ID, and biometric information, which encompasses facial, ocular, and fingerprint scans, under the pretense of aiding them with o...