Is Algiers Safe for Women?

Safety rating

Moderate
3.2 /5

Women living in Algiers consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.2 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
2.1 /5

Women living in Algiers consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.

Violence rating

25%

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:

3.2/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

2.3/5Unsafe

Safety using public transport:

3.3/5Moderate

Crime rate:

2.1/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

3.2/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

2.1/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

2.2/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Algiers?

Algiers is mostly a safe city , you just need to avoid shady neighbourhoods and you ll be fine , it’s also nice to have a local friend or guide to help you around , you dont have to worry about scammers cause there is almost none , when it comes to sexual harassment you should avoid crowded public transports cause a lot of men will try to get closer to you there , also prepare yourselves for the catcallers cause there are a lot , but in general it’s nice and if you dress modest in public cities and avoid attention no one will bother you , there are a lot of places where you can dress however you like and no one will say a thing so you need to know where are these spots so you could enjoy your time without being bothered. For example on public beaches you can’t wear bikinis and if you do you will get harassed cause they aren’t used to seeing women in bikinis , but if you wear it on a private beach it’s totally safe and you ll find a lot of women doing the same .

Posted: August 24, 2025
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Lina

Lina

Algiers is Safe , youbjust need to be carful Keep in mind that men in the streets are gonna talk to you and bother you but its not dangerous They are just gonna piss you off if you know what i mean But over all if you wear something modest it is safe

Posted: August 15, 2025
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Widad

Widad

It’s pretty much safe, no one will harm you physically but you will constantly get cat called, probably followed and harassed too .. I don’t recommend going out alone at night as a group of girls or solo, try to avoid buses(some men WILL try and touch you). Try to stay in busy areas and AVOID using indrive, use the yellow taxis, heetch or yassir Oh i forgot one more last thing, phone theft is very common so watch out!!

Posted: August 14, 2025
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Radia

Radia

It depends on the place you are, but it's generally fine. You need to be careful as you would anywhere in the world. Prefer well-known and lively places like Val d'Hydra, Ben Aknoun, Hydra, Dely Brahim, Sidi Yahia, and Algiers Center.

Posted: April 17, 2025
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It's a big city. It is pretty safe but you need to be smart and self aware, you better be conscious about your environment. Apart from that nothing to worry about. There are a lot of helpful people, the locals are generally nice.

Posted: January 7, 2025
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Is Algiers worth visiting?

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.

Posted: April 28, 2024
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Safety in Algeria

Frequently asked questions

Is Algiers safe?

Women living in Algiers consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.2 out of 5.

Is Algiers safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Algiers consider walking alone at night to be relatively unsafe, with an overall safety rating of 2.3 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Algiers?

Women living in Algiers consider public transport to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Algiers?

Women living in Algiers consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Algiers?

Women living in Algiers consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 3.2 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Algiers?

Women living in Algiers consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.1 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Algiers?

Women living in Algiers consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Algiers?

Women living in Algiers consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Algiers?

Women living in Algiers consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.2 out of 5.

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Algiers?

Women living in Algiers consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5