What is the "Short-Change and No-Change Trick" scam in Vientiane?

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Cashiers at markets, restaurants, and small shops "forget" to give change back, waiting to see if the tourist notices or just walks away. With Lao kip notes running into the hundreds of thousands, the confusion of large numbers makes this easy to pull off. Always wait for your change — never assume the transaction is complete until you have it in hand. Familiarize yourself with kip denominations before shopping. Break large bills at your hotel or a bank so you are not reliant on street vendors for change.

Money & ATM Scams in Vientiane

Short-Change and No-Change Trick

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