Vietnam · Safety report last updated
As of July 2026, Can Tho scores 75/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Yes — Can Tho is generally safe for visitors, with low violent‑crime risk and moderate petty‑crime concerns. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams.
Safety Report
IsMyTripSafe.com
Vietnam · Assessed 29 July 2026
75
/ 100
Safer than ~80% of countries
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
No advisory against travel
“Global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East Escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights. Your travel plans may be affected, even if your destination is not in the Middle East.”
Updated 2026-06-26T11:10:13Z
Full advisory →Exercise a high degree of caution
“Canada's official risk level for Vietnam: exercise a high degree of caution.”
Updated 2026-07-07T09:34:49.180000-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
LowViolent robbery is rare; isolated incidents have been reported near the city’s night markets in June 2026
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag‑snatching are common in crowded areas such as Ninh Kieu Market and during festivals, especially in July 2026
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
84/100
Recent traveler reports indicate visitors generally feel safe walking during daylight, but many note heightened awareness of pickpockets in busy night markets.
Yes — Can Tho is generally safe for visitors, with low violent‑crime risk and moderate petty‑crime concerns.
Can Tho scores well on homicide, health and environmental safety, but petty theft and occasional scams require vigilance. The city is rated safe overall, though road safety and occasional local incidents merit caution.
Recent developments
Common scams
Full briefing
Can Tho is safe for travelers who take basic precautions. The composite safety index of 73 and a homicide rate of 1.5 per 100 k place it well below violent‑crime levels seen in many world cities, and health‑environment scores near 90 confirm good medical access and low disease‑related hazards. However, petty crime is moderate: recent police reports from June 2026 (Báo Cần Thơ) detail a jewelry‑snatcher who killed a tourist during a bag‑snatching, and a July 2026 incident (VnExpress International) where a funeral‑home stunt prompted a police probe, highlighting occasional public‑order concerns that are not violent but worth noting.
The city’s risk profile is dominated by road safety rather than crime. While violent robbery is low, pickpocketing and bag‑snatching are common in crowded spots such as Ninh Kieu Market and during festival periods, as noted by travel guides (e.g., travelsafe‑abroad.com) and local advisories. Scams targeting visitors often involve friendly invitations to private homes in neighborhoods like Pham Ngu Lao, where strangers claim they want to introduce a “relative” interested in Canada; these scams have been documented by the Canadian government travel advisory (July 7 2026 update).
To stay safe, keep valuables secured in front pockets or a money belt, use reputable ride‑hailing apps or licensed taxis, and avoid unmarked motorbike taxis. If you rent a motorbike, hold a valid International Driving Permit and always wear a helmet — hospital bills for injuries can exceed $2,000 USD. Stay hydrated, use mosquito repellent, and drink bottled water to mitigate heat and dengue risks highlighted by the CDC. By following these steps you can enjoy Can Tho’s vibrant culture and friendly locals while minimizing the modest risks that remain.
06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 5 Can Tho districts for visitors: 3 safer, 2 needing caution. See them plotted on the Can Tho safety map.
Cai Rangcautionsuburban outskirts see occasional petty theft after dark, stay alert
Binh Thuycautionquiet residential area but isolated spots can attract bag‑snatching after sunset
Ninh Kieusafercentral district, well‑patrolled, most tourists stay here and feel safe walking day and night
An Cusaferquiet ward with low crime reports, popular with expats and families
Xuan Khanhsaferwell‑lit streets and frequent police patrols keep it safe for visitors
07 · After Dark
97% of people in Vietnam say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2020).
Violent robbery is rare; isolated incidents have been reported near the city’s night markets in June 2026
After dark, be most careful around Cai Rang, Binh Thuy. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Trip Profiles
Who's travelling changes which risks matter. These re-weight Can Tho's category data for common trip types — same data, different emphasis. Run your own profile from the interactive checker.
09 · Questions
Yes — Can Tho is generally safe for visitors, with low violent‑crime risk and moderate petty‑crime concerns. Can Tho scores well on homicide, health and environmental safety, but petty theft and occasional scams require vigilance. The city is rated safe overall, though road safety and occasional local incidents merit caution. (Assessed 29 July 2026.)
Binh Thuy after dark; Cai Rang outskirts. See the district-by-district safety map.
Can Tho ranks #6 of 9 Vietnam destinations we've assessed, scoring 75/100. See the Vietnam safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 13+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry 82% of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries 18%. Full methodology.
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