{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/iraq/basra","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T18:13:38.685Z","place":{"city":"Basra","country":"Iraq","countryCode":"IQ","lat":30.50852,"lon":47.7804},"safety":{"score":18,"level":"HIGH_RISK","answer":"Elevated risk — reconsider","saferThanPctOfCountries":6,"confidence":0.88,"caps":[{"max":18,"reason":"Level 4 advisory — \"Do Not Travel\""}],"databaseScore":18,"travellerSentiment":{"score":38,"label":"Very Negative","summary":"Travel advice and news reports indicate a severely negative sentiment regarding safety in Iraq, with official advisories strongly discouraging any travel.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":20,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":34,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":42,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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The region faces ongoing instability, and while specific crime statistics for Basra are limited, the overall high-risk environment, coupled with recent incidents of protests and attacks, makes it unsafe for visitors.","robberyRisk":{"level":"High","note":"While specific data for Basra is limited, the overall high-risk environment in Iraq suggests a significant risk of robbery and violent crime for visitors."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Pickpocketing and bag-snatching are potential risks in crowded areas, though the broader security concerns overshadow this specific threat."},"safeAreas":["Corniche Area"],"avoidAreas":["Areas near border crossings (e.g., Safwan)","Industrial Areas (e.g., near oil facilities)"],"scams":["Scams related to unofficial guides or transportation services, especially around border crossings or transport hubs.","Potential for inflated prices or fraudulent transactions due to limited tourist infrastructure and potential for corruption."],"zones":[{"name":"Corniche Area","level":"caution","note":"Generally considered safer due to its public nature, but still requires vigilance, especially after dark."},{"name":"Old Town (Al-Ashar)","level":"caution","note":"Historic area, but infrastructure may be poor and petty crime could be a concern."},{"name":"Industrial Areas (e.g., near oil facilities)","level":"avoid","note":"High security presence, but potential for industrial accidents and restricted access."},{"name":"Areas near border crossings (e.g., Safwan)","level":"avoid","note":"High risk due to proximity to borders and potential for smuggling and related criminal activity."},{"name":"Residential neighborhoods","level":"caution","note":"Safety can vary significantly; general caution and awareness of surroundings are advised."}]}}