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TRAVEL SCAM
Istanbul, Turkey
Wrong Change Scam
Scammers give incorrect change to tourists hoping they will not notice the difference.
Medium Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Markets, shops, taxis, tourist areas
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Tourist pays for a service or item
2. Seller quickly returns change
3. Amount is intentionally less than correct
4. Scammer expects tourist not to check carefully
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Receiving change too quickly
• Seller rushing transaction
• Counting money seems confusing
• Amount feels lower than expected
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Always count your change immediately
• Take time during transactions
• Know approximate prices beforehand
• Avoid distractions while paying
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