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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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