Prohibited Jobseeker Costs

Roles requiring the jobseeker to pay fees

• Do not ask jobseekers to pay a fee to apply, interview, or be hired.
• Do not ask contractors to use a specific brand or model tool.

Examples of fees that are not allowed:

• Application or start-up fees
• Background check fees
• Training costs
• Uniform or licensing costs

Exceptions

• Equipment independent contractors must have
• Chair or booth rentals in cosmetology

Business opportunities

• Do not post jobs that promote starting a new business.
• Do not ask jobseekers to invest money up front with no guarantee of income or security.

Exceptions

• Contractor or sub-contractor roles

Multi-level marketing (MLM) or network marketing schemes

• Only post real jobs, not MLM or networking marketing opportunities.
• Do not ask jobseekers to buy products, pay for memberships or purchase marketing tools.

Examples of costs found in MLMs:

• Starter kits
• Membership fees
• Required product purchases
• Marketing materials
• Training or convention fees

Training opportunities

• Posts that advertise training courses or programs are not allowed.

Exceptions

Paid training may be allowed if all these apply:

• Jobseekers are paid during the entire training period.
• The job description explains what happens after training.
• After training, jobseekers either:
  
  • Get a job offer, or
  • Pay no fees and receive a certificate, license or skills to help them find work.

Relocation roles

• Jobs requiring relocation must include details of any employer assistance with moving costs.
• Employers may reimburse relocation costs after the move.
• You may not list jobs outside of their true working locations.
• Domestic relocation jobs do not require reimbursement/coverage of relocation costs.

If we removed or hid your job post:

• Review the guidelines above.
• Remove fees, costs or investment requirements.
• Make sure your post describes a real job with clear details about pay, role type and location.

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