How to check an overseas employment agency?
10.10.2025
Employment agencies must have a license to operate in the field of employment abroad. In Belarus, licenses are issued by the Department of Citizenship and Migration of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, in Russia — by the Federal Service for Labor and Employment. You can check the presence of a license by calling the hotlines listed on the relevant government websites.
If the agency's office is located in your city, then they should invite you for a consultation. Refusal to meet or provide legal addresses is a warning sign.

The agency should offer you to conclude a formal agreement for the provision of services in writing, in two copies. The agreement should include:
- The details of the agency.
- Description of the agency's services and payment terms.
- Responsibilities of the parties.
Reliable agencies should not require an advance payment before signing an employment assistance agreement. If you are asked to make large payments without any guarantees, this is a sign of fraud.
By following these steps, you will minimize the risk of encountering a fraudulent agency and protect yourself from deception.
If in doubt, call our hotline, get advice from a specialist, or contact an international law lawyer.
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