Top 10 Countries Where Tourists Most Often Fall Victim to Pickpockets
When traveling abroad, tourists often fall victim to pickpockets and various scammers. According to recent data, the highest level of fraud among tourists has been recorded in Spain, where over a million travelers have been affected in recent years.
This is reported by AgroReview
Where Tourists Face the Greatest Risks
According to a study by Go.compare, Spain leads in the number of deceived tourists — there have been 1,054,729 reported cases of fraud. France ranks second, with 212,186 travelers falling victim to con artists. The United States follows in third place (153,184 affected), Italy (102,384), and Greece (81,918).
The top 10 countries where tourists most frequently encounter scams also include:
- Portugal — 75,674 deceived;
- Turkey — 59,256;
- Germany — 56,940;
- The Netherlands — 39,600;
- Cyprus — 6,206.
Common Scams and Tips for Travelers
Experts highlight several typical schemes used by scammers to deceive foreigners. These include: pickpocketing, inflated taxi fares, scams in restaurants and shops, street performances with hidden traps, “free” souvenirs, fake tours, currency exchange fraud, phishing attacks, and identity theft, as well as rental fraud.
It is important not to display valuable items, keep an eye on your documents and money, and use trusted services and accessories to protect your belongings.
Experts emphasize the need to remain vigilant even on popular tourist routes and recommend thoroughly checking the services you use while traveling.