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As of July 2026, Alexandria scores 62/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: mostly — take normal precautions. Yes — Alexandria is moderately safe for travelers, but street theft and harassment require vigilance. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and robbery (moderate risk).
Safety Report
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Egypt · Assessed 29 July 2026
62
/ 100
Safer than ~60% of countries
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
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 travel Egypt-Libya border FCDO advises against all travel to within 20km of the Egypt-Libya border, except for the town of El Salloum, where we advise against all but essential travel.”
Updated 2026-06-18T13:06:39Z
Full advisory →Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)
“Canada's official risk level for Egypt: exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories).”
Updated 2026-07-29T14:31:46.2003107-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Mugging & robbery risk
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Pickpocketing & theft risk
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Visitor safety sentiment
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Urban scale factor
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Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
ModerateStreet theft and mugging occur but violent robbery is rare (homicide rate 1.3/100k); avoid displaying wealth, travel in groups after dark, and stay away from isolated or deserted streets.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching are common in crowded markets, public transport, and near tourist attractions; keep bags in front and avoid overcrowded areas when possible.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Cautiously optimistic
65/100
Travelers report cautious confidence in tourist areas during daylight, with concerns focused on petty theft and street harassment rather than violence. President Macron's May 2026 public jog through Alexandria was praised as evidence of functional security; however, recent travel advisories (June 2026) reflect ongoing concern about regional tensions and street-level risks.
Yes — Alexandria is moderately safe for travelers, but street theft and harassment require vigilance.
Alexandria ranks moderately safe (65/100) with exceptionally low violent crime (1.3 homicides per 100k—comparable to Western Europe), but petty theft and street harassment are frequent concerns. Weak rule of law (44/100) and endemic corruption (31/100) mean official help can be unreliable. Government advisories warn to exercise a high degree of caution, particularly away from the Libya border.
Recent developments
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Full briefing
Bottom line. Alexandria is moderately safe for visitors and visitable with standard precautions. Violent crime is exceptionally low—at 1.3 homicides per 100,000 annually, it rivals Western Europe and is far below the global average of 5.2. However, the composite safety index of 65/100 reflects real challenges: weak rule of law (44/100), endemic corruption (31/100 control-of-corruption score; half of residents report experiencing bribery in official dealings), and petty street crime. Both the UK FCDO and Government of Canada advise exercising a high degree of caution. The Libya border (within 20 km) is off-limits per UK guidance.
What the data means on the ground. The typical traveler risk in Alexandria is not violent crime but street-level harassment and theft. Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are frequent in crowded markets, public transport, and near tourist sites. Women commonly experience street harassment or catcalling, especially when alone. Corruption is endemic, so official channels may be unreliable. Road safety is a secondary concern (9.4 traffic deaths per 100k annually), so avoid driving in informal vehicles. A domestic homicide occurred in Karmouz district in March 2026—a family tragedy—but the perpetrator was declared criminally insane and is not representative of typical visitor risk.
Current situation. Mixed signals: President Macron's public morning jog through Alexandria in May 2026 was praised by Egyptian media as proof of functional security. However, Egypt's airports were on high alert in March 2026 due to regional military tensions (Iran–US–Israel), and multiple international travel guides published safety advisories in June 2026, suggesting persistent concern about both regional geopolitics and street-level risks. The city appears actively managed for high-profile safety but remains subject to broader Middle East instability.
How to stay safe. Keep valuables hidden and use only official or app-based taxis. Women should dress conservatively (covering shoulders, legs, midriff) to minimize unsolicited attention and avoid walking alone after dark. Maintain photocopies of your passport separate from the original. Avoid informal money-changers and unofficial guides. Contact Tourist Police (stationed near major sites) if you experience theft or serious harassment. Emergency numbers: Police 122, Fire 180. Alexandria is navigable for experienced travelers comfortable with persistent low-level street hassle and respectful of local customs, but is not suited for those seeking a hassle-free experience.
06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 7 Alexandria districts for visitors: 3 safer, 4 needing caution. See them plotted on the Alexandria safety map.
Downtown/Raml StationcautionCentral commercial and touristy hub; watch for pickpockets and petty theft in crowds
MansheyyacautionMixed residential-commercial; stay alert for street crime and avoid solo walking after dark
KarmouzcautionResidential area; exercise normal precautions; past violent incident reported was personal/domestic
Sidi GabercautionMixed residential-commercial corridor; ordinary street crime risk; use standard precautions
Al-MontazasaferUpscale coastal district with presidential palace; well-policed and low street crime
SportingsaferAffluent residential neighborhood; regarded as one of the safest areas for visitors
AzaritasaferBeach resort area with established security infrastructure; popular with tourists
07 · After Dark
Street theft and mugging occur but violent robbery is rare (homicide rate 1.3/100k); avoid displaying wealth, travel in groups after dark, and stay away from isolated or deserted streets.
After dark, be most careful around Downtown/Raml Station, Mansheyya, Karmouz, Sidi Gaber. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Trip Profiles
Who's travelling changes which risks matter. These re-weight Alexandria's category data for common trip types — same data, different emphasis. Run your own profile from the interactive checker.
09 · Questions
Yes — Alexandria is moderately safe for travelers, but street theft and harassment require vigilance. Alexandria ranks moderately safe (65/100) with exceptionally low violent crime (1.3 homicides per 100k—comparable to Western Europe), but petty theft and street harassment are frequent concerns. Weak rule of law (44/100) and endemic corruption (31/100) mean official help can be unreliable. Government advisories warn to exercise a high degree of caution, particularly away from the Libya border. (Assessed 29 July 2026.)
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
Alexandria ranks #8 of 9 Egypt destinations we've assessed, scoring 62/100. See the Egypt safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry 82% of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries 18%. Full methodology.
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