Taxi & Transport Scams in Mumbai, India
Overcharging, meter tampering, fake taxis, and transport cons targeting tourists. Below are the taxi & transport scams reported in Mumbai — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like New Delhi, Jaipur, and Colombo.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Taxi & Transport Scams
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Total in Mumbai
How it works
Auto-rickshaw drivers near Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus tell tourists the station they want is closed or flooded, then offer to take them to an alternative that earns the driver a commission.
How it works
Some taxis from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport use rigged meters or quote flat tourist rates well above the official metered fare for journeys to South Mumbai.
How it works
In Colaba and tourist-heavy South Mumbai, auto-rickshaw drivers refuse to use meters and demand flat rates 3–5x higher than metered fares. Some claim to not go to certain areas to force tourists into higher-priced alternatives.
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11 total warnings across all categories