Question 1

What is the "Melaka Sentral Bus Terminal Unlicensed Money Changers" scam in Melaka?

Accepted Answer

At Melaka Sentral bus terminal, individuals operating informally near the bus bays offer currency exchange to arriving travelers from Singapore or Indonesia. Their exchange rates are significantly worse than licensed money changers in the city center, and some use fast-counting techniques to short-change during the transaction. Do not exchange currency at Melaka Sentral with informal vendors. Licensed money changers are available in Jonker Street and near Dutch Square with clearly posted rates, typically offering much better value.

Question 2

What is the "Short-Changing at Night Market Stalls" scam in Melaka?

Accepted Answer

Vendors at the Jonker Street weekend night market and the daily Pasar Malam on Jalan Hang Tuah short-change customers by giving back incorrect amounts, particularly when transactions involve MYR 50 or MYR 100 notes. The busy, crowded atmosphere and the speed of transactions make it easy for customers to lose track of the correct change. Some vendors quote one price and charge another when handing over food or goods. Count your change immediately after every transaction and before moving away from the stall. Carry small denomination notes to minimize change given. Use exact change where possible at hawker stalls.

Money & ATM Scams in Melaka

Melaka Sentral Bus Terminal Unlicensed Money Changers

Short-Changing at Night Market Stalls

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