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TRAVEL SCAM
Barcelona, Spain
Deposit to Personal Account Scam
Scammers ask buyers or renters to transfer deposits to private bank accounts instead of verified agencies or legal entities.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Online property deals, rental and buying process
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Scammers present a property listing
2. They request deposit via personal IBAN
3. Victim transfers money
4. Scammer disappears or denies transaction
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
- Request for payment to personal account
- Lack of official contract
- Urgent pressure to send deposit
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
- Only pay through verified agency or legal accounts
- Check ownership documents
- Avoid rushed transactions
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