Is Chisinau Safe for Women?

Safety rating

Safe
3.9 /5

Women living in Chisinau consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.9 out of 5.

Crime rating

Very Low
1.5 /5

Women living in Chisinau consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.5 out of 5.

Violence rating

13%

On average 13% percentage of women in Moldova 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 7 experiences

Safety rating:

3.9/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.5/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

3.8/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.5/5Very Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Chisinau?

Dasha

Dasha

Hi, everyone! I wanna say a few words about Chishiau, the city which I visit often. It’s a normal city that I find even a bit boring for myself. It has very good places to eat, quite save means of transport and taxi. Of course as a woman I have instinctive fears about being robed and assaulted but every time I visit this place it is good and not dangerous, you just have to be careful as when you visit any other city with good safety level

Posted: August 7, 2025
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Ecaterina

Ecaterina

Chisinau is actually quite a safe city. It’s generally very safe to walk around during the day, and even at night — although there are a few things to keep in mind. In some neighborhoods, it’s better not to walk alone, but if you're with company, it’s usually fine. The main and side streets are well-lit. Areas with the most tourists are always brightly lit and busy, especially in the evenings, so you can relax and not worry too much about your safety. As for taxis, there’s nothing major to worry about either, except for the occasional overly aggressive driver (rare, but it can happen). Crime does happen, but it’s very rare. Still, despite the city being mostly calm, it’s wise to stay alert and cautious in certain areas — even during the day.

Posted: August 2, 2025
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Natalia

Natalia

Chisinau is a safe place most of the times, as a local single woman I didn’t have any unpleasant or bad experience walking alone in a park or at the night. From a 1-10 scale of safety I would put a strong 7.

Posted: May 20, 2025
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Ana

Ana

Chișinău is a very safe place to be in. I want you to visit, because you shouldn't worry about your safety and the people are open to help you in any situation. Just make sure to be careful when walking at night, but in general the crime rate is low.

Posted: May 7, 2025
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Only one incident of verbal harassment, and by young men, but likely because my female friend and I snuck a kiss on the escalator in the mall. Luckily I don't understand most Russian, so I just smiled.. she cursed at them 🤣

Posted: February 11, 2025
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Safety in Moldova

Frequently asked questions

Is Chisinau safe?

Women living in Chisinau consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.9 out of 5.

Is Chisinau safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Chisinau consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.5 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Chisinau?

Women living in Chisinau consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Chisinau?

Women living in Chisinau consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Chisinau?

Women living in Chisinau consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

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

Women living in Chisinau consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Chisinau?

Women living in Chisinau consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Chisinau?

Women living in Chisinau consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

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

Women living in Chisinau consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

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

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