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Israel

16 scams

For the spiritual, Israel offers iconic mosques, churches and synagogues. For nature lovers, you can explore the Dead Sea, Negev desert and spectacular scenery in Galilee.

Although there is a risk of terrorism, the country is largely safe. That said, watch out for tourist targeted scams and theft.

Note: vast majority of trips are trouble free and there is no need to be paranoid. That said, it always pays to be aware, careful, and prepared.

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Travel scams in Israel

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Al-Aqsa Mosque

Al Aqsa Mosque entry scam in Israel

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How it works: If you are not a Muslim, you cannot enter the Al Aqsa Mosque or the Dome of the Rock.  However, some young kids may offer to bring…

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Mahane Yehuda Market, Jerusalem

Pickpockets in Israel

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How it works: Version 1: they work in a gang – one onlooker, one blocks, pushes, distracts, or engages you, one grabs and the final hides the loot under a…

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Rabbis at Western Wall

Fake Rabbi scam in Israel

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How it works: Opening: a scammer posing as a rabbi approaches and ties a string around your wrist, claiming this is a free blessing. Set-up: however, he requests for a…

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Ruins of fortress Masada

Fraudulent tour operators in Israel

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How it works: Situation 1: there are rogue tour operators who advertise low price tours. If you engage, there is a good chance that you will end up going to…

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Old City near Jaffa gate

Jaffa Gate “fake” ATM in Israel

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How it works: Opening: At Jaffa Gate, you will find that the ATM at the Currency Exchange Office is not functional. The staff then proposes this solution: Set-up: He will…

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Manger Square

Unofficial guides in Israel

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How it works: Version 1: offers to bring you to the Tomb of David and then claim that you have to pay an entry fee although it is free to…

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Sherut at Allenby Street

Fake sheruts in Israel

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How it works: Opening: fake sheruts will get you to load your luggage claiming that once the sherut is filled up, they will send you to your destination. It will…

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Taxis in Israel

Taxi scams in Israel

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How it works: Version 1: taxis at the Ben Gurion Airport have certain flat fares to charge depending on where you are going. However, there have been cases of inflated…

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Signs of a Rigged ATM

Credit card skimming in Israel

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How it works: Situation: the vast majority of tourists would probably not fall for this but on the off-chance that you do, you need to know how to spot the…

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Outdoor restaurant in Ashqelon

Restaurant scams in Israel

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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: prices reflected…

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