Is Sarajevo Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Sarajevo

Safety rating

Unsafe
2.4 /5

Women living in Sarajevo consider the safety level to be relatively low, with an overall safety rating of 2.4 out of 5.

Crime rating

Very Low
1.2 /5

Women living in Sarajevo consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1.2 out of 5.

Violence rating

1%

On average 1% percentage of women in Bosnia and Herzegovina 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

Safety rating:

2.4/5Unsafe

Safety walking alone after dark:

N/ANot enough data

Safety using public transport:

N/ANot enough data

Crime rate:

1.2/5Very Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

N/ANot enough data

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

N/ANot enough data

Worries of being physically attacked:

N/ANot enough data

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

N/ANot enough data

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

N/ANot enough data

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

N/ANot enough data

How safe is Sarajevo?

I would say it’s a safe city; the crime rate is low, but there are some exceptions, as there are everywhere. People are nice and polite; I personally haven’t been harassed by anyone in any way. The city is full of migrants, though, and they could be the ones making trouble.

Posted: November 4, 2024
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Is Sarajevo worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.5 /5

based on 13 experiences from female travelers

Family travel

Food was good, people were nice. TIP If u want to buy something in a local street store better ask someone local if he / she can buy it for you. Because when they hear turist price is double😆 .......

Posted: January 9, 2025Experienced: July, 2024
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Arwa

Arwa

United States

Solo travel

It was amazing in Bosnia 🇧🇦 i fall in love with nature, it was really like meditation for me i enjoy going to the mountains and rivers, people are so friendly, life is simple, i rent a car snd i was driving and exploring the areas , truly i will come back snd i recommended to stay a 3 night in Sarajevo and going to other villages and cities near to Sarajevo

Posted: June 10, 2024
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Meet locals in Sarajevo

Esma

Esma

About Me

Hi ✨ I am Esma, currently living and working in Sarajevo (BiH). Traveling and discovering new places, meeting new people, and tasting food are some of my greatest joys, especially when it comes to desserts 🍨🍫🍬. Exploring different cultures and trying new activities keeps my life exciting, and I love sharing these experiences with others, as I like to hear and read about other people's travel experiences.

Speaking

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Leila

Leila

About Me

Hi, I’m Leila—a interior designer with a deep love for travel and a knack for making people feel at home. I speak Bosnian, English, and Italian, currently learning Spanish, and from April, I’ll be guiding small tours through Sarajevo’s Old Town, sharing stories that bring the city’s history to life. I looove traveling, and visited places like Japan, South Korea, Mauritius, Vietnam and Island. Currently making content for my @oaragram account on Instagram. I appreciate neat and thoughtful people, and you can expect the same from me. Chances are, you’ll meet some of my friends along the way—they’re part of the Sarajevo experience too. If you’re looking for a warm introduction to the city and its soul, I’d love to show you around.

Speaking

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Safety in Bosnia and Herzegovina