Is Egypt Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Egypt
Safety rating
Women living in Egypt consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Egypt consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 34.7% percentage of women in Egypt 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 93 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.7/5 | Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 3.2/5 | Moderate |
Crime rate: | 2/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2.7/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.9/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.6/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.3/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.7/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
How safe is Egypt?
Dahab
It's a safe town but I'm not one to go out much at night so I can't judge the night, I think everyone should be responsible for their own safety .The important thing is to wear clothes that cover your body.
Posted: May 27, 2025Cairo
Its not bad if you stay in the developed areas but going into unknown areas where you dont have someone who knows people will get you hurt even as an Egyptian. Its very easy to invite a friend who’s goal is everyones safety for an overall better experience and efficiency in exploration
Posted: May 25, 2025Egypt
Egyptians are funny actually, but they also how to know trick the tourists. So, PAY ATTENTION! One time I was using public toilet in Cairo and when I was about to leave toilet, I was looking for some toilet papers. One lady handed out for me and ask for the money immediately. So do not interact with anyone you done know 😭
Posted: May 25, 2025El Agouza
I have been living there since the beginning of 2025 and all seems to be good when it comes to that part, I live right next to the Nile so I enjoy the view of the river, trees, lovely neighbors and peace around
Posted: May 16, 2025
Amany
Cairo
Cairo is pretty safe if you know the dos and don’ts there so try to always get the experience of a local to avoid any kind of trouble, if you’re by yourself try to be in the touristy areas, and if you want to experience the local non-touristy places try to do it with a local. Stay safe ladies.
Posted: May 15, 2025Is Egypt worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 110 experiences from female travelers
Ayşe
Turkey
Egypt, Group travel
İ went to sharm el sheikh and it was amazingggggg everything was great i am thinking go again. sharm is very cheap and all servent was great Also ı went kahire, the pyramids was great but ı cant say same thing for city. You are in safe but not for money. They are too persistent. İn the end i act like i cant speak English so they started move far away😝
Posted: May 25, 2025Meet locals in Egypt
Sherifa
About Me
Hi! I’m Sherifa, a 23 year old fresh graduate, currently working as a remote Data Engineer for a german company. I’d say I’m a very fun and social person, down for everything! I love all forms of art: literature, cinema, music… I am also a proud runner, currently training for my first half marathon :)) and I LOVVEEE animals. I adore cats and dogs, we have 6 and 1 respectively. If you ever visit cairo, please feel free to ever reach out, even if for only a chat! Or to join me on my runs, or to meet my friends, or as a very mediocre but fun tour guide 😌
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Shimaa
About Me
I'm an Egyptian introverted girl. Ironically, I love traveling, but I've never had the chance to travel anywhere. Maybe one day I can travel all over the world.
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