What is the "ATM Skimming and Card Cloning at Tourist-Area Machines" scam in Dresden?

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Card skimming devices are occasionally fitted to ATMs near Dresden's Altstadt, particularly around Prager Strasse and the Hauptbahnhof. Cloned card data is used for unauthorized withdrawals, often within hours. Machines in convenience stores attached to tourist-heavy streets carry higher risk than bank-branch ATMs. Use ATMs inside bank branches rather than standalone machines on tourist streets. Cover the keypad when entering your PIN and inspect the card slot for unusual attachments before inserting your card. Check your account for unauthorized transactions promptly.

Money & ATM Scams in Dresden

ATM Skimming and Card Cloning at Tourist-Area Machines

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