baja99
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Casa de Cambio- ID?
Hi,
We exchanged money last night in Mexicali. We used a new place out of convenience. It was the first time we’ve been asked for ID. They took a copy
of it. Is that normal?
Thanks,
Jennifer
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mtgoat666
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Depends on the amount. If changing a large amount, they ask for ID and make a copy. If asking for smaller amount, they dont want ID info. What
amount triggers ID check? Dunno.
I think the money changers dont want to run afoul of money laundering laws.
[Edited on 6-23-2024 by mtgoat666]
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baja99
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That must have been it. We changed a larger amount than usual. Thanks for responding! It was in the back of my mind all morning…sounds like I was
worried about nothing.
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Alm
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Last time I used Cambio in Mexicali, I felt out of place. Mexicans were all withdrawing from the ATMs, I understand they are allowed to open US
account if living near the border. They did ask for ID when I wanted to change $US 900.
[Edited on 7-6-2024 by Alm]
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David K
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Is Mexicali better than the Calexico ones?
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Alm
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My bad, I meant Calexico cambios just before Mexicali crossing. Mexicali ones were actually worse, lower rates. Mexicans in Calexico were getting
USD from ATMs, didn't use cambios.
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