What is the "Taxi Counterfeit Note Change" scam in Puno?

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Taxi drivers returning change in 50 or 100 sole notes that are counterfeit, counting on tourists not recognizing the difference. Counterfeit detection: genuine notes have raised ink and a metallic strip. Inspect change before leaving the taxi. Genuine 100-sole notes have raised ink on the portrait and a metallic security thread visible when held up. Reject any suspicious note immediately.

Money & ATM Scams in Puno

Taxi Counterfeit Note Change

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