The Financial Catch: Even though all expenses are paid, the company will require the new employee to pay up-front certain work permit, visa, and immigration fees from their own funds. Unfortunately, this multi-national corporation or music mogul cannot pay the $1,800 fees for the applicant. The employer can only be sure that the applicant is serious about the offer by having him pay the up-front fees out of pocket. The Bottom Line: Consistent with the newer forms of the 419 scam, this scam is customized to fit the specific victim. It is not a sudden.