Money & ATM Scams in Bagan, Myanmar
Card skimming, currency exchange fraud, dynamic currency conversion, and cash cons. Below are the money & atm scams scams reported in Bagan — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Lombok, Palawan, and Mandalay.
Last updated: April 4, 2026
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Money & ATM Scams Scams
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Total in Bagan
How it works
The official Bagan archaeological zone entry fee is collected at the Nyaung-U checkpoint, but tourists are sometimes charged a second or modified fee at other entry points, by individuals claiming the original fee is expired or not valid for certain temple areas. Confusion about what the fee covers is deliberately exploited to extract additional payments.
How it works
Informal currency changers in Nyaung-U and at some guesthouse receptions apply exchange rates with hidden spreads or use counting techniques that deliver less kyat than the quoted rate implies. Given that Myanmar has historically had parallel exchange rate markets, tourists may be uncertain about the correct rate and more susceptible to manipulation.
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8 total warnings across all categories