Beware of Export Buyer Scams: Protect Your Business

Its absolutely right. Many fraud companies are targeting exporters by promising “100% genuine export buyers” and asking for advance fees. This is becoming a serious scam in today’s export market.

Here is a professional awareness message you can use for social media, WhatsApp groups, or exporter forums:

Exporters Beware of Buyer-Finding Scams

In recent times, many fake companies have entered the market claiming they can provide confirmed export buyers. They demand advance payments for buyer data, meetings, or guaranteed orders.

Please be careful — most of these claims are completely fake.

These fraud companies:

• Ask for advance fees for buyer leads

• Promise “100% confirmed orders”

• Show fake websites and fake testimonials

• Use pressure tactics like “limited time offer”

• Stop responding after receiving payment

This is a new-age scam targeting genuine exporters, especially small and medium businesses.

How to Stay Safe:

• Never pay advance money for guaranteed export orders

• Verify company details properly (GST, IEC, address, registration)

• Check if they are registered with Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)

• Be cautious if someone guarantees confirmed buyers without proper process

• Use trusted platforms like Export Promotion Councils or verified B2B portals

Real export business takes time, relationship building, and proper marketing. There is no shortcut to genuine international buyers.

Let us spread awareness and protect genuine exporters from financial loss.

If you want, I can also prepare:

• A professional LinkedIn post

• A PDF awareness notice

• A short video script

• A formal complaint letter format