No advisory against travel
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Is Corfu safe? 🇬🇷
Greece · Safety report last updated
As of October 2026, Corfu scores 82/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Yes. Corfu is a safe destination for travelers, with low crime rates and official advisories recommending normal precautions. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams.
Safety Report
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Corfu 🇬🇷
Greece · Assessed 13 October 2026
82
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime80/100GoodHomicide 0.8 / 100k
Sentiment83/100GoodGenerally Positive
Advisories100Good
Stability71Good
Health80Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for Greece: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-09T09:57:10.0905876-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Mugging & robbery risk
Low risk
92
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
75 / 100 (Generally Positive)
75
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
40k residents
92
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
0.8 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6Greece0.8World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
95
Robbery / mugging
LowViolent crime and robbery are rare for tourists in Corfu.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur in crowded tourist spots and markets.
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03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Generally Positive
83/100
Reported feel75Generally Positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
While specific sentiment data for Corfu is limited, Greece as a whole generally receives positive traveler feedback regarding safety, with low reported crime impacting daily experiences.
Yes. Corfu is a safe destination for travelers, with low crime rates and official advisories recommending normal precautions.
Corfu presents a low risk for visitors, with very low violent crime and minimal impact from terrorism. Travelers should be aware of seasonal weather risks and exercise caution regarding common tourist scams.
Recent developments
- Aug 2026Fires broke out on the Greek island of Corfu, prompting travel advisories.— Yeni Şafak English
- May 2026A fatal tourist crash involving an ATV reignited safety debates.— tovima.com
- Jun 2021Two people were shot dead on the island, including a French resident.— RFI
Common scams
- Overcharging for services and goods, especially in tourist-heavy areas.
- ATV rental scams or safety issues, as highlighted by a fatal tourist crash.
Full briefing
Corfu offers a safe environment for travelers, with official advisories from Canada and the UK indicating normal security precautions are sufficient. The island experiences very low rates of violent crime and terrorism, aligning with Greece's overall low homicide rate.
However, visitors should be aware of potential risks. Seasonal weather in October can bring strong winds and heavy rain, and there is a general risk of wildfires during warmer months, as seen in recent reports. Petty theft, such as pickpocketing, is a concern in crowded tourist areas and markets. A fatal tourist crash involving an ATV in May 2026 also highlights the need for caution when renting vehicles.
Travelers are advised to stay informed about weather conditions and exercise vigilance against petty crime. When renting ATVs or scooters, it is crucial to inspect the vehicle thoroughly and understand all rental and insurance terms to avoid potential scams or safety issues.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 8 Corfu districts for visitors: 5 safer, 3 needing caution. See them plotted on the Corfu safety map.
KassiopicautionCan be busy with nightlife; exercise caution after dark.
AcharavicautionResort town, can experience petty crime during peak season.
SidaricautionKnown for its nightlife and tourist amenities; be aware of surroundings, especially at night.
Corfu Old TownsaferHistoric center with high visitor traffic, generally safe but watch for pickpockets.
KanonisaferResidential area with scenic views, low crime reported.
AchilleionsaferKnown for the palace, generally peaceful.
PaleokastritsasaferPopular tourist destination, safe with usual precautions.
PerithiasaferHistoric village, quiet and generally safe.
07 · After Dark
Is Corfu safe at night?
Violent crime and robbery are rare for tourists in Corfu.
After dark, be most careful around Kassiopi, Acharavi, Sidari. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Corfu safety FAQ (2026)
Is Corfu safe right now (2026)?
Yes. Corfu is a safe destination for travelers, with low crime rates and official advisories recommending normal precautions. Corfu presents a low risk for visitors, with very low violent crime and minimal impact from terrorism. Travelers should be aware of seasonal weather risks and exercise caution regarding common tourist scams. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)
Is Corfu safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Corfu 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 Corfu should tourists avoid?
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
What are the most common scams in Corfu (2026)?
- Overcharging for services and goods, especially in tourist-heavy areas.
- ATV rental scams or safety issues, as highlighted by a fatal tourist crash.
How does Corfu compare with other places in Greece (2026)?
Corfu ranks #8 of 9 Greece destinations we've assessed, scoring 82/100. See the Greece safety overview for the full list.
How is this corfu 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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