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Iran · Assessed 13 October 2026
20
/ 100
Safer than ~7% of countries
Score capped at 20 — Level 4 advisory — "Do Not Travel". No other indicator can raise the score above this.
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
Advises against all travel
“Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). FCDO advises against all travel to Iran FCDO advises against all travel to Iran.”
Updated 2026-10-07T13:26:00Z
Full advisory →Avoid all travel
“Canada's official risk level for Iran: avoid all travel.”
Updated 2026-09-25T09:36:55.3305531-04:00
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
ModerateWhile official advisories focus on broader political risks, general crime rates suggest a moderate risk of robbery, particularly in less crowded areas.
Pickpocketing
ModerateCrowded tourist areas and public transport may present a moderate risk of pickpocketing and bag-snatching.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Very Negative
51/100
Official government advisories and news reports of protests and crackdowns indicate a highly negative sentiment regarding safety and stability for travelers.
No. Tabriz is not safe for travelers due to severe government advisories and ongoing political instability.
Multiple governments strongly advise against all travel to Iran, including Tabriz, due to significant political and security concerns. Recent reports indicate protests and a heightened security crackdown, making the environment unpredictable for visitors.
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Full briefing
Official government advisories from the UK, Canada, and the US all strongly recommend avoiding all travel to Iran, including Tabriz. These warnings are based on significant political instability and security concerns. Recent news indicates ongoing protests and a heightened security response, creating an unpredictable environment for visitors.
While Tabriz has been nominated for tourism initiatives, the current geopolitical climate and internal unrest overshadow these efforts. Reports from August 2026 mention protests against executions in Tabriz, and earlier in July 2026, similar gatherings were noted across Iran. These events, coupled with a January 2026 report of intensified crackdowns and expanded protests, highlight a volatile situation.
Travelers should be aware of a moderate risk of robbery and pickpocketing, particularly in crowded areas or less populated districts. Scams related to currency exchange and inflated taxi fares are also possibilities. Given the severe government advisories and the documented unrest, it is imperative to heed official warnings and avoid travel to Tabriz.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 6 Tabriz districts for visitors: 2 safer, 3 needing caution and 1 best avoided. See them plotted on the Tabriz safety map.
Industrial ZonesavoidGenerally not of tourist interest and may have limited services or security.
Grand BazaarcautionBusy market area; watch for pickpockets and be aware of surroundings.
Downtown TabrizcautionMain commercial areas; exercise standard urban precautions, especially after dark.
Old City QuarterscautionSome areas may be less well-lit or patrolled at night; stick to main thoroughfares.
El GolisaferPopular park and recreational area, generally safe for daytime visits.
University DistrictsaferLikely to be safer due to student presence and higher activity during the day.
07 · After Dark
While official advisories focus on broader political risks, general crime rates suggest a moderate risk of robbery, particularly in less crowded areas.
After dark, be most careful around Industrial Zones, Grand Bazaar, Downtown Tabriz, Old City Quarters. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
No. Tabriz is not safe for travelers due to severe government advisories and ongoing political instability. Multiple governments strongly advise against all travel to Iran, including Tabriz, due to significant political and security concerns. Recent reports indicate protests and a heightened security crackdown, making the environment unpredictable for visitors. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)
Safety is not one number, and this Tabriz 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.
Field research flags Industrial Zones as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
Tabriz ranks #1 of 9 Iran destinations we've assessed, scoring 20/100. See the Iran safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 14+ 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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