Money & ATM Scams in Kuala Lumpur

Money Changer Short-Change and Rate Switching

Unlicensed and some licensed money changers in Chow Kit, Bukit Bintang, and around Masjid India quote attractive exchange rates to draw tourists in, then switch to a worse rate when completing the transaction or deliberately miscount notes. A common technique involves a distraction — a loud environment, multiple denominations handed over in quick sequence — so tourists don't catch the deficit until they have left.