U.S. Department of State
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased cautionin Belgium due to crime, terrorism, and unrest. Crime Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations.
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Is Belgium safe? 🇧🇪
Europe · Updated
As of September 2026, Belgium scores 77/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Belgium Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Of the 7 Belgium destinations assessed, Ransart scores highest (80/100), while Liège scores lowest (71/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 1No advisory against travel
National strike action Strike action is an ongoing issue that can cause disruption. General strikes took place on 31 March, 29 April,14 October, 26 November, 15 December 2025 and 12 March and 12 May 2026.
Full advisory →Government of Canada
Level 2Exercise a high degree of caution
Canada's official risk level for Belgium: exercise a high degree of caution.
Full advisory →02 · Destinations
Belgium destinations by safety score
#1🇧🇪RansartSafe · updated 10 September 202680#2🇧🇪GhentSafe · updated 29 July 202680#3🇧🇪LeuvenSafe · updated 29 July 202680#4🇧🇪BrugesSafe · updated 29 July 202680#5🇧🇪AntwerpSafe · updated 18 August 202674#6🇧🇪BrusselsSafe · updated 18 August 202674#7🇧🇪LiègeSafe · updated 29 July 202671
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03 · Evidence Signals
Belgium safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government travel advisoryCA / US | Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution · 2 govts | 50 | CA / US |
| Homicide rateWorld Bank Open Data · 2021 | 1.1 / 100k | 93 | World Bank Open Data (2021) |
| Feel safe walking alone after darkUN SDG Global Database · 2024 | 64.3% | 65 | UN SDG Global Database (2024) |
| Physical assault (past year)UN SDG Global Database · 2024 | 2.4% | 87 | UN SDG Global Database (2024) |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 68/100 | 68 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 79/100 | 79 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Road traffic deathsWHO Global Health Observatory · 2021 | 4.6 / 100k | 86 | WHO Global Health Observatory (2021) |
04 · Questions
Belgium safety FAQ
Is Belgium safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Belgium Level 2 of 4 — Exercise Increased Caution. On our composite index Belgium averages 77/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 10 September 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Belgium?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Ransart currently scores highest at 80/100 (Safe). Liège scores lowest at 71/100.
Where does this Belgium safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.