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TRAVEL SCAM
Multiple Cities, Turkey
Currency Exchange Scam
Shopkeepers or vendors charge tourists in a different currency to overcharge them without notice.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Markets, souvenir shops, tourist shopping areas
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Tourist agrees on a price in local currency
2. Payment is made by card or cash
3. Seller processes payment in a higher-value currency like Euros
4. Tourist is charged much more than expected
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Price agreed in one currency but charged in another
• Card machine shows different currency
• Staff rush payment process
• Final amount seems higher than expected
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Always confirm currency before paying
• Check card machine display carefully
• Pay in local currency (Turkish Lira)
• Review receipt before leaving
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