Day 4 — Busting The Phony Umbrella Companies And Aid To If You Are A Jobseeker On A Dependent Visa

The fact of the matter is that a lot of fake umbrella companies are running out there. ??

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Day 4 of 100 — Job Sponsorship Scams Series I have an interesting incident to narrate today; it happened with a professional by seeking my guidance on a sponsorship scam. This article reveals how fake umbrella companies really operate including useful information for job seekers, particularly those on dependent visas.

A True Story: The Lie of False Promises and The Mask of False Intentions

A working professional at present living in Belgium on dependent visa of his wife contacted me. He was contacted by an umbrella company, which promised to help him find work. They guided him for the job, prepared his resume and also gave him offer letter. The only catch was that they would pay him wages once he had found a job with them. In short, this company had been taking advantage of his efforts without providing substantial support in return.

The Reality of Dependent Visa in Belgium

Another Important thing for people stay on dependent visa in Belgium:, You can work directly and NO NEED of this fake umbrella companies to mediate for your work. When your visa is dependent, your residency card has a mark at the back stating "unlimited", meaning you can work for any company. Regrettably, some umbrella companies are lying to the contractors with this fact which is leading contractors to relieve unnecessary stress through both financially and mentally.

Prs and Cons of Working on Dependent Visa

Pros:

• Right to work unlimited: Dependents are not required to have any additional permits to work for any employer.
• Mobility and Flexibility: they will find employment easier and may also negotiate with employers directly.
• Cutting Out The Middleman: When you work directly with your employer, you often have a better sense of job security and transparency.

Cons:

• Ignorance: Most of the dependents don't know their rights and scams are taking advantage of this.
• You may have been mislead through some fake umbrella companies trying to make a quick buck.

Key Takeaways for Job Seekers

Know Your Rights: You should know what your regulation is and what you can do on each visa. Dependent visas have unrestricted work restrictions in Belgium ~

Check Companies: Check the legitimacy of the companies you are about to deal with, especially those promising placements. Check reviews, certification, and reviews of other experts

Get the GOOD Advice: If you require assistance in the job seeking area or career advice speak to trusted professionals or staff.

Stay Vigilant and Informed

Touch base with me the minute Anyone inside your realm have Question re Career. This is what I want to clarify, the real procedure and I will walk you through. Together, let us protect our community from being scammed ?????

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