Dubai: Indian Consulate issues warning over biometric data scams
The Indian Consulate in Dubai has alerted Indian nationals about fraudulent agents who are soliciting biometric information under the guise of helping with Emirates IDs or Exit Permits. Officials warned that this sensitive data could be exploited to set up bank accounts or carry out unauthorized financial activities. The Consulate emphasized that individuals should only provide biometric scans for Exit Permits at authorized UAE government centers.