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Money & ATM Scams in Kolkata, India
Card skimming, currency exchange fraud, dynamic currency conversion, and cash cons. Below are the money & atm scams scams reported in Kolkata — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like New Delhi, Jaipur, and Mumbai.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Money & ATM Scams Scams
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Total in Kolkata
How it works
A scammer gives change for a large note but switches a genuine bill with a damaged or counterfeit one, then claims you gave them the damaged note. This is especially common with 500 and 2000 rupee notes and happens quickly enough that tourists often do not notice.
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10 total warnings across all categories