Dubai Police are warning residents to be cautious about online advertisements offering easy part-time work and unusually high salaries.
The Anti-Fraud Centre has urged jobseekers to verify the identity of companies and recruiters before responding to offers circulated through social media, messaging platforms and other online channels.
Fraudsters may use attractive salaries and flexible working arrangements to persuade victims to provide personal information, banking details or access to financial accounts.
Police have repeatedly warned that accepting suspicious job offers can expose victims to financial losses and, in some cases, legal problems if their accounts are subsequently used for fraudulent transactions.
Residents looking for additional work are advised to verify employers through official channels and avoid paying money or handing over sensitive financial information simply to secure a job.
The warning is particularly relevant to expatriates who rely on online platforms to find part-time or supplementary employment.