Money & ATM Scams in Bogotá, Colombia
Card skimming, currency exchange fraud, dynamic currency conversion, and cash cons. Below are the money & atm scams scams reported in Bogotá — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Buenos Aires, Lima, and Medellín.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Money & ATM Scams Scams
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Total in Bogotá
How it works
Card skimming devices are installed on ATMs in and around Zona Rosa, particularly at standalone machines near nightlife venues on Calle 82 and Carrera 13. Criminals attach thin overlays to card readers and pinhole cameras above keypads to capture card data and PINs. Victims typically do not discover the theft until checking their accounts the following day. Compromised cards are often used for rapid small transactions or cloned for cash withdrawals across the city.
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11 total warnings across all categories