Money & ATM Scams in Brussels, Belgium
Card skimming, currency exchange fraud, dynamic currency conversion, and cash cons. Below are the money & atm scams scams reported in Brussels — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Mykonos, Barcelona, and Krakow.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Money & ATM Scams Scams
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Total in Brussels
How it works
Standalone ATMs near tourist sites including the city centre and Midi Station have been targeted with card skimming hardware. WorldNomads and the Australian Smartraveller advisory specifically flag ATM fraud in Belgium.
How it works
Street-level bureaux de change clustered on Rue au Beurre and around the Grand-Place perimeter advertise rates that appear highly favourable on illuminated displays, but apply a large undisclosed commission or use a different rate at the counter than the one displayed. Victims typically only notice the shortfall once they have left the premises. In some cases the cashier "miscounts" notes while the customer's attention is directed elsewhere.
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11 total warnings across all categories