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Is Daugavpils safe? 🇱🇻
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As of October 2026, Daugavpils scores 85/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — very safe. Yes. Daugavpils is a very safe city for travelers, characterized by low violent crime rates and a secure environment. The main risks for visitors are tourist-targeted scams. The U.S. State Department rates it Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions).
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Daugavpils 🇱🇻
Latvia · Assessed 20 October 2026
85
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime76/100GoodCrime index 36.0 / 100
Sentiment87/100GoodMostly positive
Advisories100Good
Stability77Good
Health86Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
No advisory against travel
“Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide.”
Updated 2026-10-07T12:04:08Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for Latvia: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-14T09:05:55.130000-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Urban scale factor
78k residents
88
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
2.5 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6Latvia2.5World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
82
Robbery / mugging
LowNo specific reports of robbery targeting visitors, though general caution is advised.
Pickpocketing
LowPickpocketing is not considered a significant reported issue for visitors in this city.
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03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
87/100
Reported feel75Mostly positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk96Low risk
A high percentage of residents report feeling safe walking alone after dark.
Yes. Daugavpils is a very safe city for travelers, characterized by low violent crime rates and a secure environment.
The city maintains a high safety index with low homicide and robbery risks for visitors. While petty crime and localized incidents occur, the general atmosphere is secure for walking and exploring.
Recent developments
- Sep 2026Two youths robbed a shooting range in Daugavpils— Latvian Public Media
- Aug 2026State Security Service demanded prosecution of a local separatist— Latvian Public Media
- May 2026Air threat warning in the Latgale region was officially ended— Latvian Public Media
- Oct 2026Weapons thieves were arrested while getting fast food in Daugavpils— Latvian Public Media
Common scams
- Unlicensed taxis charging inflated rates
- Nightlife scams involving stranger-offered drinks
Full briefing
Local law enforcement recently arrested weapons thieves in Daugavpils while they were stopping for fast food, highlighting that while violent crime against tourists is rare, opportunistic theft does occur. The city remains a secure destination with a high percentage of residents feeling comfortable walking alone after dark. You will find the environment stable, though you should remain aware of the geopolitical context in the broader Latgale region.
Recent reports from Latvian Public Media in September 2026 noted a robbery at a local shooting range involving two youths. While this incident involved specific targets rather than random tourists, it underscores the need for standard situational awareness. You should also be aware that certain areas within 2km of the Belarus border require a special permit for access.
Staying safe is straightforward if you follow basic precautions. Use reputable ride-hailing apps like Bolt to avoid unlicensed taxis that may overcharge. Keep your valuables out of sight if you are traveling by car or walking through less crowded districts. Stick to well-lit paths at night and maintain general awareness in public spaces to mitigate the risk of petty theft.
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06 · After Dark
Is Daugavpils safe at night?
75% of people in Latvia say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2020).
No specific reports of robbery targeting visitors, though general caution is advised.
No specific districts were flagged as no-go areas after dark, but the usual night-time rules apply: stay in lit, populated areas and keep your phone out of sight.
07 · Questions
Daugavpils safety FAQ (2026)
Is Daugavpils safe right now (2026)?
Yes. Daugavpils is a very safe city for travelers, characterized by low violent crime rates and a secure environment. The city maintains a high safety index with low homicide and robbery risks for visitors. While petty crime and localized incidents occur, the general atmosphere is secure for walking and exploring. (Assessed 20 October 2026.)
Is Daugavpils safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Daugavpils 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 Daugavpils should tourists avoid?
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
What are the most common scams in Daugavpils (2026)?
- Unlicensed taxis charging inflated rates
- Nightlife scams involving stranger-offered drinks
How does Daugavpils compare with other places in Latvia (2026)?
Daugavpils ranks #2 of 3 Latvia destinations we've assessed, scoring 85/100. See the Latvia safety overview for the full list.
How is this daugavpils safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 13+ 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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