Is North Macedonia Safe for Women? Crime in North Macedonia
Safety index
The safety level in North Macedonia is considered high, with an overall safety index of 3.6 out of 5.
Crime index
The crime rate in North Macedonia is considered very low, with an overall crime index of 1.1 out of 5.
Violence index
On average 11% percentage of women in North Macedonia have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
Crime & Safety Statistics
Based on 6 reviews
Safety index: | 3.6/5 | Safe | |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 3.9/5 | Safe | |
Safety using public transport: | 4.1/5 | Safe | |
Crime index: | 1.1/5 | Very Low | |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1/5 | Not at all worried | |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1/5 | Not at all worried | |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1/5 | Not at all worried | |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1/5 | Not at all worried | |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1/5 | Not at all worried | |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
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How safe is North Macedonia for women?
Jana
North Macedonia
Macedonia in general is safe country, ofc there can be some stupid people that wants to steal if they see you from ritcher country but in general its safe. Macedonians in general are really polite people and not evil at all.
Posted: September 5, 2024
Blerta
Debar
It's a small city of around 10K citizens and pretty safe for solo traveling women. People are helpful and hospitable. One concern is the stray dogs. They don't attack if not teased but it's better to be aware.
Posted: August 28, 2024Skopje
It's a very safe place to live. It is a small country with good people, good food, and positive vibes. There are many great food places to visit. The mountains are amazing for hiking. We have one of the oldest lakes in Europe. The viewpoints are very nice.
Posted: July 9, 2024Bitola
Bitola is very safe and enjoyable for both solo travels and groups of tourists. The city is well light ar night so it makes walking at night enjoyable. During weekends the center of the city is busy all throughout the night because of the many clubs and restaurants that work almost until dawn, so crime rate in the area almost nonexistent.
Posted: June 30, 2024
Marija
Skopje
Skopje is a safe city. The locals are polite and the city is not that densly populated so crowds are not that common. There are just a copuld of spots that are more suspicious than the other but as long as you stay away from Chair, Plasticharska Ulica, Cigansko Maalo and Zlokukjani, you'll be just fine. Overal the city is very safe.
Posted: June 20, 2024
Dilge
Shtip
As a woman, I have been living alone in Stip for 2 years. I think it is a safe city for women I have never encountered or heard of anything bad. Even theft doesn't happen much here.You can travel safely
Posted: April 2, 2024Is North Macedonia safe to travel?
Based on 6 experiences
North Macedonia, Group travel
I felt safe every time There are many places worth seeing. Skopje, Ohrid, Bitola, Tetova. you must see The food was very delicious. I ate meatballs, it was great Since I went with a tour company, accommodation and meals were included in the price I paid. I didn't have much extra expenses either. I provided transportation by tour bus.
Posted: August 3, 2024Dilge
North Macedonia
Skopje, Solo travel
First of all, I have to say that it is a very cute little Balkan city. I went to the Chinese restaurant and the ambiance and food were very nice. There is a bridge that divides the country into two parts. On one side, there are sidewalks from the Ottoman period. The part of the city we call the old town is where you can see many Turkish restaurants and cafes. Of course, you can also see many traces from the Ottoman period. The other part is in a completely European order, as if there are two different countries in the same city. A safe and beautiful city
Posted: April 1, 2024Experienced: March, 2024Is North Macedonia worth visiting?
Overall rating
based on 6 experiences
Balkans, Solo travel
Last year, I went on my longest solo trip (5 weeks). I chased the coasts of Croatia, Montenegro, and Albania. It was absolutely amazing and I definitely recommend it to any traveller. As a solo female traveller, I never felt awkward or scared. People are very hospitable, the food and drinks are amazing. I met many wonderful people along the way, both other travellers and locals.
Posted: February 3, 2024North Macedonia, Solo travel
I highly recommend Lake Ohrid. I took part in a wine tasting in the mountains, which I also highly recommend. I also really liked Skopje, which is the capital, with charming restaurants and equally charming old town.
Posted: September 13, 2023Meet locals in North Macedonia
Blerta
About Me
Hey ya'll! I'm a med student in Macedonia. Big lover of languages, mom of many cats, dreamer and always down for adventure!
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Maya
About Me
Druven by an insatiable thirst for connection and discovery, I'm on a mission to explore fresh urban horizons. 🌇 Whether I'm immersing in historic streetscapes or soaking up the bustling atmosphere, I find joy in observing and plunging into the unique vibe of each city. 😌 Naturally sociable, I love attending events and connecting with expats in my home country. I also enjoy playing board games, experimenting with bold flavours, and exploring a diverse range of music genres. 😎
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