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Chinese And Asian Dating Scams

For Men: Understanding the Unique Risks of Dating Asian Women Online

How Scams Work – A SCARS Insight

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•  SCARS Institute Encyclopedia of Scams Editorial Team – Society of Citizens Against Relationship Scams Inc.
Originally Published: 2014 – Article Updated: 2024

Article Abstract

Spotting Asian women scammers involves being vigilant about several key warning signs. These scammers often use real names, photos, and detailed personal histories to appear genuine.

Men should be cautious of excessive flattery and rapid intimacy, as scammers use these tactics to quickly build emotional bonds. Look out for inconsistencies in their stories and be wary of any requests for money, especially early in the relationship. Scammers may appear too perfect and often avoid meeting in person, offering various excuses.

It’s critical to perform reverse image searches and maintain conversations on the original dating platform. Emotional manipulation through fabricated stories is common, so maintaining emotional boundaries and verifying information is essential. Research their online presence and seek advice from trusted friends or family.

Using reputable dating sites, reporting suspicious activity, and staying educated about common scam tactics can help men protect themselves from these sophisticated scams.

Chinese And Asian Dating Scams - Updated 2024

Chinese and Asian Dating Scams – A Quick Guide to Spotting Asian Romance Scammers for Men

Chinese and Asian ladies are very beautiful, and there are many success stories of marriages between Western men and Chinese or Asian women.

However, finding the Chinese or Asian girl of your dreams can be a long and hard process, especially if you go down the online dating route.

There are large numbers of Chinese or Asian ladies on most Asian dating sites, but sorting the decent ones from the dishonest ones takes a bit of effort. Thankfully, Chinese dating site scammers are rarer than Thai or Filipina scammers, but you still need to be vigilant.

China can be a bewildering place to understand or visit for a Western Man! Chinese Women are equally so!

Reducing the Risk

Here are some ways of reducing the chance of being scammed by a Chinese dating site scam:

The first and most obvious one is to never send money to somebody you’ve met online. Break this rule and you’re going to regret it later. By all means send small gifts at certain times of the year (e.g. her birthday, Chinese Valentine’s Day, etc.), but keep your cash in your wallet. Speaking from personal experience, do not send expensive items like jewelry through the Chinese postal system – they’ll get stolen. Send bears, plush animals, chocolate, and other sentimental but low-value items.

Scammers usually make the first contact with you, so be a little more wary of Chinese ladies on dating sites who approach you first.

Most Chinese scammers are in the 18-25 age group. Avoid these ladies on online dating sites. If you’re 40 or older then the age difference is too great anyway. If you’re a younger man then avoid the mail-order bride route altogether and look for one of the many Chinese students studying in Western countries. Or just take a year out and teach English in China or something.

Be aware of the bait-and-switch tactic where a lady you meet on one dating site suggests you move to another in order to talk more easily. This usually means that she’s a scammer and wants to avoid detection by the first site, or that she’s bait for a more expensive dating site where you’ll have to pay much more in order to chat to her.

Scammers will often be talking to several other men at the same time. Consequently, they find it hard to remember their life stories. Take your time chatting to women on dating sites, and if you spot any inconsistencies in what they’re telling you then be more cautious.

It is important to remember that scammers operate on all dating sites. Just because you’ve paid for a membership doesn’t make the site any safer. Free dating sites such as DateInAsia are often more hazardous than subscription sites such as Chinese Cupid, but the reality is that there are good and bad ladies on all of Asian dating sites.

Chinese ladies in particular often post enhanced photos of themselves on dating sites. This is largely a cultural thing – Chinese cities are full of photographic studios, and most Chinese ladies will have thousands of photos of themselves at home. While not really a scam, just be aware that that beautiful lady might not look that good in real life. Insist on seeing natural photos before you jump on that plane to Beijing!

Scammers are more common in modern Chinese cities which are more Westernized. Be particularly careful about ladies living in Nanning, Shenzhen, and Shanghai. Ladies from the interior provinces (Hunan, Hubei, Sichuan) are often more honest as they won’t be so clued up about how to scam men on dating sites.

Scammers are usually young and beautiful. If it looks too good to be true, it probably is.

Probably a bigger problem than dishonest ladies are dishonest marriage agencies, dating sites, and translators. Sadly, corruption and deceit is common in Chinese business. Many men have had huge problems with the marriage agencies representing the ladies they go to visit in China. Be on your guard at all times. Do not go on any shopping trips with your lady – she may be working with the store owners. Do not trust your translator – especially if supplied by the marriage agency or the lady herself. And before you visit China, make sure you have a very good idea of how much stuff should cost in China, otherwise, you may get scammed.

Finally, remember that life in China is hard, with low salaries and long working hours. There are plenty of Chinese ladies who will do anything to leave the country. So you also need to be on the lookout for green card/visa scammers. These ladies have a longer-term game plan, and so they can be a lot more difficult to spot than the basic money scammers. Just be wary of anyone who wants to find a man of any age or a woman who talks a lot about marriage. Ladies who have friends or family in your country should also be regarded with suspicion, as they might just be looking for a way to join their relatives.

Although there are plenty of internet dating horror stories, bear in mind that usually, the victim has broken the first rule. Again – never send money to anyone you’ve met on an online dating site.

Take your time on dating sites, think with your head, and you should be able to avoid most of the Chinese scammers you may encounter on Asian dating sites.

How Men Can Spot Asian Women Scammers: Key Warning Signs

Asian women scammers often use real names, photos, and even accurate historical details to appear genuine and gain the trust of their targets. Here are some key warning signs and strategies to help men spot these scammers:

Excessive Flattery and Rapid Intimacy

Warning Sign: Scammers often use flattery and expressions of affection early in the interaction to create an emotional bond quickly.

Strategy: Be cautious if someone you’ve just met online is overly complimentary and rapidly moves towards a romantic relationship.

Inconsistencies in Their Story

Warning Sign: Look for discrepancies in their personal stories, such as conflicting details about their background, job, or family.

Strategy: Ask detailed questions and check for consistency over time. Scammers often struggle to keep their stories straight.

Requests for Money

Warning Sign: Any request for financial assistance, especially early in the relationship, is a significant red flag.

Strategy: Never send money to someone you have only met online. Scammers often fabricate emergencies or investment opportunities to exploit your generosity.

Too Good to Be True

Warning Sign: If the person seems too perfect, it could be a tactic to win your trust.

Strategy: Maintain a healthy skepticism and take time to get to know the person better before making any commitments.

Inability to Meet in Person

Warning Sign: Scammers will often have excuses for why they can’t meet in person, such as sudden travel, work commitments, or family emergencies.

Strategy: Insist on video calls and be wary if they consistently avoid face-to-face interactions.

Use of Real Photos and Names

Warning Sign: While they might use real names and photos to seem genuine, the context or source of these photos can often be revealing.

Strategy: Perform reverse image searches on their photos using tools like Google Images or TinEye to check if they appear on scam warning sites or multiple profiles.

Pressure to Move Off the Platform

Warning Sign: Scammers might push to move the conversation to another platform, like private messaging apps, to avoid detection by the dating site’s monitoring systems.

Strategy: Keep conversations on the original platform for as long as possible and be wary of requests to switch to less secure or private communication channels.

Emotional Manipulation

Warning Sign: Scammers use emotional stories, often involving hardship or drama, to elicit sympathy and manipulate your emotions.

Strategy: Maintain emotional boundaries and verify their stories through independent sources before offering support.

Research Their Online Presence

Warning Sign: A lack of a digital footprint or a profile that seems too perfect can be suspicious.

Strategy: Look them up on social media and professional networks like LinkedIn. Genuine profiles usually have a history of activity and connections.

Advice from Trusted Friends or Family

Warning Sign: Scammers try to isolate their victims from their support networks.

Strategy: Discuss your online relationship with friends or family members who can offer objective advice and may spot red flags you’ve missed.

Further Considerations

Use Reputable Dating Sites: Choose dating platforms with good reputations and strong security measures.

Report Suspicious Activity: If you suspect a scam, report the profile to the platform administrators.

Educate Yourself: Familiarize yourself with common scam tactics and stay updated on the latest schemes.

Conclusion

By staying vigilant and following these strategies, men can better protect themselves from Asian women scammers who use genuine-seeming details to exploit their targets. Trust your instincts, verify information, and take things slow to avoid becoming a victim of these sophisticated scams.

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  1. Chinese And Asian Dating Scams - Updated 2024 1
    Corey Gale August 8, 2024 at 8:06 pm - Reply

    My pig butcher was Chinese/ Vietnamese and gave me plenty of red flags that I should have paid attention to. This article is very accurate in describing the dangers of online dating in general.

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