Archive · 11 Jun 2025
French Embassy Visa Fraud: CBI Nabs Official, Issues Silver Notice
Some people at the French Embassy allegedly took money to help people get visas.
They promised to get people from Punjab visas to travel to Europe, for a lot of money.
The police investigated and found evidence of money being sent through different bank accounts.
They also issued a chargesheet accusing eight people.
The CBI worked with other agencies, including international ones, and issued a special notice to track the assets of the accused.
CBI investigated a visa fraud scheme at the French Embassy in New Delhi.
Former law officer, Shubham Shokeen, and others are accused of the scam.
Applicants from Punjab were charged up to Rs 45 lakh for Schengen visas.
Funds were laundered through various bank accounts and properties.
CBI secured India's first Interpol Silver Notice for overseas asset tracking.
- Who
- Former law officer, family, visa agents, and middlemen.
- What
- CBI investigated a visa fraud case at the French Embassy.
- When
- From January 2021 to May 2022, investigation continues.
- Where
- New Delhi, Punjab, and Dubai.
- Why
- To arrange Schengen visas through fraudulent means.
Accusations
Ongoing Legal Proceedings
CBI Findings vs. Accused's Perspective
Accusations
CBI alleges a conspiracy to make financial gains through fraudulent visa processing.
Ongoing Legal Proceedings
The accused's views have not yet been heard as the case is ongoing.
- Accused
- 8 individuals
- Targeted Applicants
- From Punjab
- Visa Type
- Schengen
- Authorities Involved
- CBI, Interpol
- Money Paid
- Up to Rs 45 lakh per applicant
Sources
CBI issues chargesheet against 8 including Local Law Officer of French Embassy in Schengen visa fraud case
CBI files chargesheet against eight in French Embassy visa fraud case
CBI charge sheet against French embassy official for arranging Schengen visa
CBI files chargesheet against 8 accused, including law officer, in French Embassy visa fraud case
