Europe · Updated
As of October 2026, Gibraltar scores 89/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index — verdict: yes — very safe.
Safety Report
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Gibraltar · Assessed 18 October 2026
89
/ 100
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
No advisory against travel
“Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory, so there is no British Embassy and you should ask the relevant Gibraltar authorities if you need help. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe.”
Updated 2026-10-07T11:57:00Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for Gibraltar: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-13T11:40:40.5061391-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
LowArmed robbery is extremely rare; no recent incidents targeting visitors reported in the dossier
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing occurs in crowded zones like Main Street and border queues; keep bags zipped and front-facing
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
89/100
Traveler reports consistently describe Gibraltar as safe and welcoming, with routine uneventful visits cited in multiple 2026 sources
Yes. Gibraltar remains one of Europe's safest destinations for visitors with very low crime and stable security conditions.
Official data shows Gibraltar scores highly on safety, with homicide rates well below global averages and no terrorism incidents. The Wikivoyage background notes low crime and an efficient police force, while recent dossier items confirm ongoing security cooperation and no active threats. Visitors should remain alert to petty theft in crowded areas and respect wildlife regulations regarding the Barbary macaques.
Recent developments
Common scams
Full briefing
Gibraltar maintains its reputation as a secure destination with visible policing and minimal violent crime. The Royal Gibraltar Police provide routine patrols, and the absence of terrorism incidents or civil unrest contributes to a stable environment for visitors. Recent cooperative operations, such as the French Navy's drug seizure in July 2026, demonstrate active security monitoring of surrounding waters without impacting tourist safety.
While serious crime remains rare, travelers should exercise standard precautions against petty theft, particularly in the bustling Main Street area and during peak border crossing times with Spain. Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are the most likely risks, though incidents are infrequent. The removal of physical border checkpoints has streamlined movement, but queues can still form, creating opportunistic spots for thieves.
The Barbary macaques on the Rock of Gibraltar present a unique hazard; they are wild animals known to bite if provoked or fed, and such encounters can lead to medical treatment and fines. Scams targeting visitors include fraudulent investment schemes falsely using government officials' names on Facebook and isolated short-let rental frauds. Overall, visitor sentiment remains highly positive, with most describing their stays as safe and trouble-free. Licensed taxis are recommended for late-night returns from Spain, especially after drinking in La Línea bars.
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On our composite index Gibraltar scores 89/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 18 October 2026.)
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.