There are several ongoing fraud and money-laundering schemes which target international students.
Fraudsters are connecting with students face to face or via social media offering significant discounts and exceptional currency exchange rates when paying for tuition fees.
Students should be highly cautious of unsolicited offers - they are extremely likely to be illegal which could result in students being found guilty of facilitating money laundering as well as loosing money.
Students are strongly advised to read and share the guidance from the Police's Dedicated Card & Payment Crime Unit. Tuition Fee Scam Leaflet