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TRAVEL SCAM
Cairo, Egypt
Uber Fare Manipulation Scam
Uber drivers accept rides but demand higher cash payments outside the app using fake excuses.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Cairo, airport routes, city transport areas
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Tourist books ride through Uber app
2. Driver accepts trip at listed price
3. Driver sends message asking for higher cash payment
4. Uses excuses like traffic, tolls, or wrong pricing to justify extra charge
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Driver asks for payment outside app
• Messages requesting higher price
• Giving multiple excuses (traffic, tolls)
• Refusing to follow app price
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Always pay through the app only
• Reject any extra payment requests
• Cancel ride if driver insists
• Report driver to Uber immediately
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