Mainland-Hong Kong Joint Anti-Scam Initiative

The joint anti-scam operation by four departments from the Mainland and Hong Kong demonstrates the determination and capability of both governments to combat cross-border scams. Through intelligence sharing, technological upgrades, and public education, both regions are gradually building a safer financial and online environment. Active participation and vigilance from citizens are key to this anti-scam campaign. Let us work together to realize the vision of "One Battle, Scam Zero" collectively safeguarding property and personal safety.

To enhance the awareness of scams among mainland students visiting Hong Kong and to promote the determination of law enforcement agencies from both regions to combat fraud, the Anti-Deception Coordination Center (ADCC) has collaborated with the National Immigration Administration, the National Anti-Fraud Center, and the Immigration Department to produce anti-fraud videos.

Employment Fraud

Scammers often pose as recruitment platforms or merchants, luring students with high-paying part-time job offers to engage in fake transactions. Victims are typically asked to pay upfront fees or provide personal information, resulting in financial losses. The video’s protagonist thinks they’ve found an easy part-time job—watch to see how they are gradually deceived!

Pretend Official Scam (also known as impersonating official phone scams)

Scammers impersonate Mainland police or officials, contacting students via phone or messages, claiming they are involved in a case and demanding "bail money" or personal information. Panicked victims often fall for the scam, leading to financial loss or data breaches. In the video, the protagonist receives a call from someone pretending to be from the National Immigration Administration—watch to see what tactics the scammer uses!

Bogus Agency Scams

Bogus agency scams often lure Mainland students in Hong Kong with promises of "guaranteed admission" or "assured approvals," posing as legitimate organizations to trick students into paying deposits or sharing personal information. Victims not only lose money but may also face criminal liability or deportation risks due to submitting fake documents. In the video, the protagonist, struggling with poor grades, is tempted by a bogus agency’s advertisement—watch to see if they realize the truth!

Rental Scams

Rental scams target Mainland students in Hong Kong, using low-cost housing or discounts as bait to trick students into paying large advance rents or leasing the same property to multiple people. Victims often find the landlord unreachable or the property already rented out after payment. In the video, the scammer entices the protagonist with an "advance pay yearly for a 20% discount" offer—do you think the protagonist will fall for it?