Kuwait Cracks Down on Scam Exploiting Domestic Help Shortage

Kuwaiti authorities are investigating a scam where an anonymous fraudster exploited the country’s domestic help shortage to steal money from unsuspecting victims.

How the Scam Worked

The swindler posed as a representative of a domestic labour company, offering house workers of any nationality for a salary of KD85. Victims were asked to fill out a registration form and pay a KD2 fee upfront through a link, with the remaining amount to be paid after the service.

Using this ruse, the fraudster gained access to victims' bank accounts and stole their money.

Warnings from Authorities

Authorities have urged citizens and expatriates to avoid dealing with suspicious accounts and offers. They have also highlighted an increase in fraud cases in Kuwait, including:

• Real estate scams.

• Phantom investment deals.

• Fraud involving luxury car purchases.

Domestic Labour Shortage

The scam comes amid Kuwait's efforts to diversify the countries from which domestic workers are recruited. The shortage of house workers has created opportunities for fraudsters to exploit public demand.

Kuwaiti police continue to search for the perpetrator and have emphasized the importance of vigilance to prevent further cases of fraud.

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