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Costa Rica
Christopher Costigan, Gambling911.com
Bookmakers, employees...and yes,
tourists....beware. Credit card fraud is a
very serious problem in the world's
epicenter of online gambling.
Gambling911.com found this out the hard way
this week after someone attempted to charge
$1500 to our American Express card via a
super market in Escazu on Monday, nearly 6
days after we had already left the Central
American nation.
Kudos to American Express for declining the
charge and notifying us immediately. A
replacement card was issued and sent the
next morning, well before noon. Amex was
really on top of their game as usual.
Unfortunately, American Express is not
always accepted throughout the world the
same way that Visa and Mastercard are. This
is especially true in a number of European
countries.
The card was used in five different
locations. It would be unfair, unless we
know for certain who attempted to charge
this card, to name any of these
establishments. But the reality is, danger
looms as people become more desperate during
these tough economic times.
When traveling abroad it is always wise to
notify your credit card company in advance
as to when you will be leaving and
returning. It is always wise to use cash in
"local establishments" as opposed to bigger
chain businesses.
Anyone who has had similar experiences and
can pinpoint a possible origin of the fraud
is encouraged to post in the comments
section below.
Considering the fact that we were there only
a few days, this should be considered a
serious matter for those of you living and
working in Costa Rica. |
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