Scam Prevention
Don't become a victim. Learn to recognize scams and protect yourself while dating in Thailand.
⚠️ Golden Rule: If someone asks for money before you've met in person, it's almost certainly a scam.
Common Scam Types
The Sick Buffalo
HIGH RISKEmergency money requests for family, sick relatives, or sudden crises. The most common scam.
Money Before Meeting
HIGH RISKAny request for money before you meet in person. Always a red flag.
Fake Profiles
Stolen photos, too-good-to-be-true profiles, and catfishing.
Bar Girl Scams
Pretending to be a regular girl while actually working in nightlife.
Visa Hunters
Only interested in marriage for visa purposes. Disappears after.
Red Flags to Watch
Stay Safe
Video Call First
Always video call before meeting. Verify the person matches their photos.
Never Send Money
No matter how convincing the story, never send money to someone you haven't met.
Meet in Public
First dates should always be in public places during daytime.
Tell Someone
Let a friend know where you're going and who you're meeting.
Already Experienced a Scam?
Don't feel ashamed - it happens to many people. Learn from it and move forward. Report the profile on the platform and warn others if possible.