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TRAVEL SCAM
Bangkok, Thailand
Free Tuk-Tuk Commission Scam
Tourists are offered extremely cheap or free tuk-tuk rides that include mandatory stops at shops where drivers earn commission.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Tourist areas, temples, streets
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Driver offers very cheap or free ride
2. Tourist accepts
3. Taken to multiple shops (tailor, gem, souvenir)
4. Tourist pressured to stay or buy
5. Driver earns commission regardless of purchase
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Extremely cheap or free ride offer
• Multiple shop stops
• Driver insists on visiting shops
• Time-wasting detours
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Avoid free or very cheap rides
• Refuse shop visits
• Use official transport
• Stick to direct routes
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