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Is Goiânia safe? 🇧🇷

Brazil · Safety report last updated

Safety Report

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Goiânia 🇧🇷

Brazil · Assessed 13 October 2026

62

/ 100

Mostly — take normal precautions

Safer than ~60% of countries

District map

What drives this score

Crime55/100FairHomicide 19.3 / 100k
Sentiment60/100FairCautious
Advisories75Good
Stability64Fair
Health75Good

01 · Official Guidance

Advisories

Good

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)

Level 3

Advises against all travel to parts of the country

“Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against all but essential travel Amazonas State FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the following river areas towards the west of Amazonas State: along the Amazonas (Amazon) River and its tributaries west of the town of Codajás and east of the town of Belém do Solimões in Amazonas State along any part of the Itaquaí River in Amazonas State along any part of the Japurá River or its tributaries in Amazonas State along the Rio Negro (Black River) and its tributaries north or west of the town of Barcelos in Amazonas State Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel.”

Updated 2026-10-07T10:46:57Z

Full advisory →

Government of Canada

Level 2

Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)

“Canada's official risk level for Brazil: exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories).”

Updated 2026-10-09T09:44:53.990198-04:00

Full advisory →

02 · Evidence Signals

Crime

Fair

Mugging & robbery risk

Moderate risk
62

City SignalCity Web Research

Pickpocketing & theft risk

Moderate risk
78

City SignalCity Web Research

Visitor safety sentiment

46 / 100 (Cautious)
46

City SignalCity Web Research

Urban scale factor

1.5M residents
63

City SignalCity Geocoding

Homicide rate

19.3 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
27

Country BaselineWorld Bank Open Data · 2023

Feel safe walking alone after dark

48.3%
46

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2021

Physical assault (past year)

4.1%
80

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2019

Robbery / mugging

Moderate

While specific robbery data for Goiânia is limited, the national homicide rate and general crime indicators suggest a moderate risk of mugging or armed robbery, particularly in less populated or poorly lit areas.

Pickpocketing

Moderate

Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are common concerns in busy public spaces, markets, and on public transport.

▸ 4 more indicators

Sexual violence (past year)

0.8%
91

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2019

Detected human-trafficking victims

0.01 / 100k
92

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2024

Bribery during public-official contact

11.0%
74

Country BaselineUN SDG Global Database · 2019

Crime seen as a major business constraint

6.6%
81

Country BaselineWorld Bank Enterprise Surveys · 2009

03 · Environment

Health & Air

Good

Air quality

US AQI 25 · Good

Open-Meteo Air Quality

Hospitals

25 beds / 10k · country avg

WHO Global Health Observatory

Weather

October: highs ~35°C · high heat, wet spell

Open-Meteo

Road safety

15.7 / 100k

WHO Global Health Observatory

Natural hazards

No active alerts · low seismicity
100

Country BaselineGDACS / USGS

CDC travel health notices · none for this destination

Worldwide notices (not specific to this trip): Polio, Dengue, Measles

04 · Institutions

Stability

Fair

Political stability & no terrorism

59/100
59

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Terrorism deaths (latest year)

0.00 / million
99

Country BaselineGlobal Terrorism Database · 2021

Rule of law

51/100
51

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Control of corruption

40/100
40

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

▸ 3 more indicators

Government effectiveness

52/100
52

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Regulatory quality

48/100
48

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

Voice & accountability

65/100
65

Country BaselineWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025

05 · Field Research

Current Situation

Moderate

Traveller sentiment score

Cautious

60/100

Reported feel46Cautious
Robbery risk62Moderate risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk

A significant portion of the population reports feeling unsafe walking alone after dark, indicating a general sense of caution among residents and visitors.

Goiânia presents moderate safety risks for travelers, requiring a high degree of caution.

Goiânia has a higher than average homicide rate and a significant percentage of residents reporting feeling unsafe walking alone after dark. While violent crime like physical assault is not exceptionally high for the region, petty crime and scams are concerns. Travelers should be aware of the general advisories for Brazil and take precautions.

Recent developments

  • Jun 2026Antisemitic protests occurred, including flag burning.— The Times of Israel
  • Jan 2023An American tourist disappeared in a waterfall in Chapada dos Veadeiros, a region near Goiânia.— Folha de S.Paulo
  • Dec 2018A knife-wielding man attacked a congregation of Latter-day Saints in Goiânia.— Gephardt Daily

Common scams

  • Overcharging by taxi drivers
  • Distraction theft in crowded areas
Which areas are safe? District-by-district ratings are on the Safety Map→

Full briefing

Goiânia, Brazil, presents a safety landscape that requires travelers to exercise a high degree of caution. The city's homicide rate is considerably higher than the global average, and over half of residents report feeling unsafe walking alone after dark, underscoring a prevailing sense of insecurity.

While specific recent incidents directly impacting tourists in Goiânia are not prominent in the provided dossier, broader concerns for Brazil include petty crime and scams. Travelers should be particularly vigilant against pickpocketing and bag-snatching in crowded areas such as markets and public transport hubs. Taxi services should be used with discretion, opting for reputable companies or ride-sharing apps to mitigate risks of overcharging.

The historical context of the 1987 Goiânia radiation accident, though a past event, highlights the importance of being aware of potential environmental or industrial hazards. More recently, protests have occurred, including antisemitic demonstrations. Travelers should stay informed about local news and heed official government advisories, which for Brazil generally recommend exercising a high degree of caution. Practical safety measures, such as avoiding the display of valuables and being aware of one's surroundings, are essential for a safer visit.

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Report generated 13 October 2026

Sources: U.S. State Dept · UK FCDO · World Bank · WGI · UNODC · WHO · UN SDG · Global Terrorism Database · Numbeo · OpenStreetMap · Open-Meteo · CDC. Composite index recomputed at request time.

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06 · Neighbourhoods

Safest areas and areas to avoid

7 districts

Our field research rated 7 Goiânia districts for visitors: 4 safer, 3 needing caution. See them plotted on the Goiânia safety map.

Setor CentralcautionHigher risk of petty crime like pickpocketing; exercise vigilance, especially after dark.

Setor AeroportocautionCan experience higher crime rates due to proximity to transportation hubs; stay alert.

Setor UniversitáriocautionCan be busy with students, but also a target for petty crime; be aware of your belongings.

Setor OestesaferGenerally considered a safer residential and commercial area with good infrastructure.

Setor MaristasaferUpscale neighborhood known for its restaurants and bars; generally safe but be aware of surroundings.

Setor BuenosaferAnother well-regarded area, popular for shopping and dining; maintain standard precautions.

Jardim GoiássaferA modern and developing area, generally safe with good amenities.

4 safer3 caution0 avoidOpen the district map

07 · After Dark

Is Goiânia safe at night?

48% of people in Brazil say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2021).

While specific robbery data for Goiânia is limited, the national homicide rate and general crime indicators suggest a moderate risk of mugging or armed robbery, particularly in less populated or poorly lit areas.

After dark, be most careful around Setor Central, Setor Aeroporto, Setor Universitário. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.

08 · Questions

Goiânia safety FAQ (2026)

Is Goiânia safe right now (2026)?

Goiânia presents moderate safety risks for travelers, requiring a high degree of caution. Goiânia has a higher than average homicide rate and a significant percentage of residents reporting feeling unsafe walking alone after dark. While violent crime like physical assault is not exceptionally high for the region, petty crime and scams are concerns. Travelers should be aware of the general advisories for Brazil and take precautions. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)

Is Goiânia safe for women, families and solo travelers?

Safety is not one number, and this Goiânia report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.

Which areas of Goiânia should tourists avoid?

No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.

What are the most common scams in Goiânia (2026)?

  • Overcharging by taxi drivers
  • Distraction theft in crowded areas

How does Goiânia compare with other places in Brazil (2026)?

Goiânia ranks #7 of 9 Brazil destinations we've assessed, scoring 62/100. See the Brazil safety overview for the full list.

How is this goiania safety score calculated (2026)?

The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.

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