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Cambodia

Cambodia

28 scams

Many travel to Cambodia to see iconic locations like the temples of Angkor, the Killing Fields as well as the colorful markets along Tonle Sap.

However, some call the country “Scambodia”, due to a number of tourist targeted scams revolving around temples, floating villages, markets and transport.

Emergency numbers

Police: 117
Fire: 118
Ambulance: 119
Tourist Police: Phnom Penh: 012 942 484
Tourist police: Siem Reap: 012 402 424

Key safety issues

Tonle Sap floating village scams in Cambodia

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How it works: Situation: there are 3 floating villages here. Most are brought to the Chong Khneas floating village as it is closest to Siem Reap but you may fall…

Fake border visa offices in Cambodia

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How it works: Opening: Version 1: scammers posing as immigration officials at border crossings. Version 2: fake border visa offices. Set-up: Get you to fill up forms you would receive…

Restaurant, food stall scams in Cambodia

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How it works: Situation: Most food places are fine, it’s generally just a few bad eggs around touristy areas that spoil it for the rest. Set-up: Version 1: after you…

Coin collector scam in Cambodia

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How it works: A friendly local approaches and claims to be an avid coin collector. He asks where you from, then claims not to have any coins from your country…

Royal Palace scams in Cambodia

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How it works: Touts/tuk-tuk drivers outside will tell you that the place is closed and offer to bring you on a tour elsewhere where they get a commission. Places to…

Sihanoukville beach scams in Cambodia

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How it works: Scam 1: unsolicited massage ladies will rub your legs, claiming that it is only $5. If you allow them, they will add on services which will lead…

Scam orphanages in Cambodia

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How it works: Situation: from 2005-2017, the number of orphanages increased by 75%. This is due to “businesses” which “rent” children from poor families ($25/month) promising families that children can…

Fake gem, jewelry in Cambodia

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How it works: The gem and jewelry sold at some market stalls are fake. Places to beware: Siem Reap: Art Center Market, Pub Street Phnom Penh: Central Market What to…