The Recent Rise In Sc@m..

[Peruthopaniemundhi]

https://www.rnlawgroup.com/the-recent-rise-in-scam-services-offering-support-to-meet-eb-1a-criteria-risks-to-genuine-applicants-and-vulnerable-aspirants/?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwK2kYVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHrqgFFTWPB4yjxGxWa4fIHGbieRchlB0CTTublIfRF7j-0WQMYPdl9OxKjxT_aem_1yPnAAph8hIiYfOcZyHkoQ

[Khali_ista]

[DallasKarreBaluu]

 

[Peruthopaniemundhi]

Please read.. and educate everyone.

Here's a comprehensive overview of what constitutes fraud in the EB-1A petition process, including specific examples, and a clear list of red flags such as dubious awards, predatory journals, and paid media placements. This guide is designed to help you understand what USCIS considers fraudulent or misleading and how to avoid critical mistakes that could lead to denial, bans, or even deportation.

---

⚠️ EB-1A FRAUD: DEFINITIONS, EXAMPLES & RED FLAGS

🔍 What is EB-1A Fraud?

EB-1A fraud refers to deliberate misrepresentation or fabrication of achievements, documents, or credentials to falsely meet the eligibility criteria for the EB-1A immigrant visa for individuals of extraordinary ability.

USCIS expects all claims in an EB-1A petition to be truthful, verifiable, and significant within the applicant’s field of expertise.

---

🚫 TYPES OF FRAUDULENT EB-1A EVIDENCE (WITH EXAMPLES)

1. 🏆 Fake or Low-Credibility Awards

Fraudulent Action: Claiming awards that are not recognized by experts in the field, were purchased, or are given without merit-based selection.

Examples of Awards Frequently Flagged:

• Globee Awards

• Titan Business Awards

• Stevie Awards

• Noble Awards (often confused with the Nobel Prize; Noble is not a prestigious or credible award)

Example of Fraud:
An applicant lists a “Gold Stevie Award for Innovator of the Year,” which is a paid-entry award given by a for-profit organization to nearly everyone who applies.

---

2. 📄 Publications in Predatory Journals

Fraudulent Action: Publishing in journals that charge for publication without real peer review and presenting them as reputable outlets.

https://www.predatoryjournals.org/the-list

Predatory Journals Commonly Cited in Fraudulent Petitions:

• IJAEM (International Journal of Analytical and Experimental Modal Analysis)

• IJCET (International Journal of Computer Engineering and Technology)

• IJRCAIT (International Journal of Recent Contributions from Engineering, Science & IT)

Example of Fraud:
The applicant cites multiple papers published in IJAEM and claims they are “high-impact, peer-reviewed journals” despite the lack of editorial standards and legitimate peer review processes.

---

3. 📈 Faked or Inflated Citations & Research Metrics

Fraudulent Action: Creating fake Google Scholar or ResearchGate profiles with artificially inflated citation counts.

Example of Fraud:
An applicant uses four fake academic profiles that each cite their work hundreds of times to suggest international recognition — none of the citing authors are real.

---

4. 🧾 Ghostwritten or Fake Letters of Recommendation

Fraudulent Action: Letters written by the applicant, not the recommender, or signed by someone who isn’t an independent expert.

Example of Fraud:
A letter from a "Dr. John Smith" at “Global Research Alliance” is submitted, but the organization doesn’t exist and the contact email bounces back.

---

5. 👤 Misrepresented Roles or Titles

Fraudulent Action: Claiming leadership or critical or judging roles that didn’t occur or exaggerating basic job titles.

Example of Fraud:
An applicant states they were “Research Scientist” at a startup, but they were actually an unpaid intern. Another claims they “judged” a global competition that had photoshopped record of their participation.

---

6. 🧑‍💼 Fake Memberships or “Elite” Associations

Fraudulent Action: Claiming membership in exclusive organizations that have no legitimate selection process.

Examples:

• “World Academy of Science Professionals”

• “Elite Global Leaders Network”

• “Top 100 Innovators Club”

• IETE

Example of Fraud:
An applicant claims they were selected to join the "International Business Excellence Association" — but anyone who pays $100 can receive a certificate.

---

7. 💵 Paid Media or Fake Press Coverage

Fraudulent Action: Presenting paid articles as earned media coverage.

Common Paid or Promotional Outlets Used in EB-1A Fraud:

• TechBullion

• Analytical Insights

• Investor’s Business Daily (often used via syndication services for paid press)

• Yahoo Finance, EIN Presswire, Benzinga (when used for paid, self-authored press releases)

Example of Fraud:
An applicant claims media coverage in TechBullion and Analytical Insights as "press recognition of global impact," but both are paid advertorials written by freelancers or the applicant themselves.

---

❗ CONSEQUENCES OF EB-1A FRAUD

• Immediate Denial of the EB-1A petition

• Permanent Inadmissibility to the U.S

• Revocation of Status if discovered after a green card is granted

• Referral to Law Enforcement for immigration fraud (e.g., ICE, FBI)

• Deportation or Removal Proceedings

---

✅ HOW TO AVOID EB-1A FRAUD

1. Use Verifiable, Reputable Sources
   Only include awards, journals, and publications that are recognized within your industry or academic field.

2. Avoid Pay-to-Play Recognition
   If you paid for an award or article, it’s not considered evidence of extraordinary ability.

3. Be Transparent in Letters
   Recommenders must genuinely know your work and be qualified experts. Avoid generic or ghostwritten letters.

4. Work With a Trusted Attorney
   Immigration lawyers with EB-1A experience canspot red flags before they’re submitted to USCIS.