Is Algeria Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Algeria
Safety rating
Women living in Algeria consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.1 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Algeria consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 25% percentage of women in Algeria have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
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Crime & Safety Statistics
Based on 15 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 1.9/5 | Unsafe |
Safety using public transport: | 3.2/5 | Moderate |
Crime rate: | 2/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 3/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.9/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.2/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.9/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Is Algeria safe for women?
Rawnak
Algiers
Algiers is mostly safe if we walk during daytime, after night it’s hard for us women to go out alone in certain areas so it’s important to be well informed beforehand, also street harassment is very frequent you should expect that often
Posted: December 27, 2024Algeria
Algeria has high security. There policemen quite everywhere, if not gendarmerie also is quite everything. There are emergency hotlines for kids in danger, beach emergency, eco emergency... Nobody bothers you if you look different. The people is very welcoming and friendly. You shouldn't be scared as an outsider individual or group AT ALL.
Posted: December 26, 2024Algiers
It’s very area dependent, « richer areas » like hydra or Sidi yahia are really safe whereas downtown you’d experience more sexual harassment and pickpockets. But overall it’s generally safe, just stay cautious and dress modestly
Posted: December 26, 2024Algiers
Algiers is safe but you should know where to go an when to go out , I don’t recommend some places like el harach bab el oued and some other ones , and you have to dress modestly in certain places so you just need to know safe places
Posted: December 26, 2024
Rayan
Algiers
As a girl who goes out at 05:30 am no matter the season (night time in winter and very early morning in summer), and goes back home alone by 8pm some times, the only thing I'm worried about is seeing a dog on my way home (dogs being a source of phobia for me -thankfully I rarely come across them-) Public transportations are extremely safe except for phone robery cases -try not to use your phone in open crowded places and you'll be fine- You should be more worried about the safety of the local equivalents of Uber rides, some violence cases had been reported.
Posted: December 26, 2024Tizi Ouzou
Actually the city is very safe as a whole but still when you'll walk on the road men will always look at you in a very disgusting way or either accost you while you asked for nothing, some drunk men may be dangerous but generally if u're still in day not in an isolated road there's no danger to be afraid of ^^
Posted: December 25, 2024
Anfel
Oran
Overall, the city is pretty safe, especially downtown but on the contrary, at night, it is not. As a local, I know where not to go at and what time to avoid problems. It is highly recommended for women to at least get a guide to show them around.
Posted: December 24, 2024Oran
It's fairly safe at day at night in winter for women it won't be as safe as in summer Public transportation is present but you have to be aware of pickpockets and at times a day it can be backed usually around 4 pm
Posted: December 24, 2024
HAMMADACHE
Algiers
Alger is beautiful And as much safe as any other big city in the world were we go around confortably but we still prevent. Walking very night is not recommanded however walking early morning or by the sunset is very apreciated.
Posted: December 11, 2024Algiers
Algiers is at a moderate level of safety. I wouldn’t advise staying out at night, because there are chances that you can be sexually harassed by men & keep an eye on your phone & wallet when strolling out.
Posted: October 26, 2024Is Algeria worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 4 experiences from female travelers
Andreea
Romania
Algeria, Solo travel
I feelt safe and locals where very warm people! Not a very expensive destination definitely will go back soon. Love local restaurants and the port of Algeris was amazing and also aust visit is Grand Post of Alger in the city center!
Posted: June 14, 2024Experienced: August, 2023Algiers, Local
Safe. Beautiful. Affordable. You will enjoy your time. It's better to stay in the capital near the transport links. Bank cards aren't frequently used, so it's preferable to bring cash or exchange money upon arrival in Algeria. You're very welcome.
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