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Money & ATM Scams in Lima, Peru
Card skimming, currency exchange fraud, dynamic currency conversion, and cash cons. Below are the money & atm scams scams reported in Lima — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Buenos Aires, Medellín, and Cusco.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
1
Money & ATM Scams Scams
11
Total in Lima
How it works
Vendors in the Surquillo market and street food areas use the fast pace of transactions to shortchange tourists, particularly with S/50 and S/100 notes.
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11 total warnings across all categories