10 Scams in Vietnam and How to Avoid Them | Vietnam Travel Guide

The video starts with a brief introduction about Vietnam and scams. Then the speaker dives into details about the scams. Here are some of the scams covered in the video:

• Scam 1: Fake travel agents or independent operators. They might create fake websites or offer cheap tour and hotel packages to lure tourists. They will ask for deposit upfront and then disappear.
• Scam 2: Impersonating airline or train ticket agents. Scammers will try to sell you fake tickets with fake booking codes.
• Scam 3: Taxi drivers scamming tourists. They might tell you that your hotel is full and bring you to a different hotel with a higher price.
• Scam 4: Coconut vendor scam. Coconut vendors might lure tourists in with free coconut water and then charge them an unreasonable price.
• Scam 5: Wi-fi scam. Scammers can hack into unsecured Wi-Fi networks to steal your personal information.
• Scam 6: Pretending to be police officers. Scammers might call you and pretend to be police officers, claiming that you are carrying illegal items. They will ask for your passport and credit card information to pay fake fees.
• Scam 7: Pickpockets. Pickpockets usually work in groups and target tourists in crowded places.
• Scam 8: Photo scam. Vendors might invite you to take pictures with their products and then demand payment.
• Scam 9: Motorbike rental scam. Scammers might rent you a defective motorbike and then charge you to fix it. They might even steal the motorbike and ask you to pay for the compensation.
• Scam 10: Overcharging tourists. Vendors might overcharge tourists for food, services or products, especially if they don’t know the currency conversion exchange rate.

Here are some of the tips to avoid these scams:

• Use reputable sources to book tours and hotels.
• Be careful with taxis and only use reputable taxi companies.
• Do not agree to free things from strangers.
• Use VPN when connecting to Wi-Fi in public places.
• Be aware of your surroundings and keep your belongings safe.
• Ask for the price before you buy anything and bargain if necessary.
• Do your research before going to bars and clubs.

We mentioned that Vietnam is a beautiful country and scams can happen anywhere if you are not careful. By following these tips, you can hopefully avoid these scams and have a safe and enjoyable trip in Vietnam.