Is United Arab Emirates Safe for Women? Crime Rate in United Arab Emirates
Safety rating
Women living in United Arab Emirates consider the safety level to be very high, with an overall safety rating of 4.8 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in United Arab Emirates consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1.2 out of 5.
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Crime & Safety Statistics
Based on 51 experiences
Safety rating: | 4.8/5 | Very Safe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 4.6/5 | Very Safe |
Safety using public transport: | 4.9/5 | Very Safe |
Crime rate: | 1.2/5 | Very Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.3/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.2/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 1.1/5 | Not at all worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1/5 | Not at all worried |
How safe is United Arab Emirates?
Vicky
Dubai
Dubai is a safe place, people are nice and friendly. It's my first time in Dubai and I feel safe, and there are beautiful places to visit! If you need to know something you can just ask me and I will give you my recommendations.
Posted: March 7, 2025
Sana
Dubai
It’s one of the safest city/country in the world. As a women you never need to worry about anything. People are nice and generous as well. However if you’re traveling here you should just research and avoid the overly crowded areas.
Posted: March 3, 2025Downtown Dubai
The UAE is the safest place ever. You can go outside alone, and you can bring your phone and bag without anyone touching your belongings. The penalties here are severe, with three months in prison and deportation for crimes.
Posted: March 1, 2025
Nishan
Downtown Dubai
Downtown dubai, even dubai generally is one of the safest city compared to the other cities I stayed or lived. I can go out at 1am and take a walk alone, enjoy the quiet and there is no fear of being mugged or robbed or harrassed.
Posted: February 28, 2025
Srilatha
Dubai
Dubai is a Very safe place . It is very easy and safe to walk around at night and police are always accessible in case of emergency. People are helpful and u can report crime quickly if something happens.
Posted: February 18, 2025
Sunayna
Dubai
Dubai was overall safe in my experience, if you are careful. However, I was being approached in uncomfortable ways by guys, and touched inappropriately in a crowded space after the new year celebration:(
Posted: February 14, 2025Abu Dhabi
Really safe actually. Cameras are there almost everywhere in public and there's always police around to check on streets and local buses if people are following the rules. If you avoid certain seculuded places you will be totally fine alone. I'm not a local but I've lived in this city my entire life.
Posted: February 1, 2025
Jessie
Dubai
Dubai is totally safe and a lot of helpful people around. Public transportation can get cramped but is still very safe. You can always ask a stranger for directions and will definitely help you out. Expats are every where and for sure you’ll get someone who can soeak your language.
Posted: January 31, 2025Dubai
Dubai is generally safe place. I am an expat and been here for 17 years. I have never encountered any crime or anything like that. However like any city its always wise to take precautions. Avoid isolated areas late at night, stay aware of surroundings and follow local customs and law.
Posted: January 31, 2025
Tara
Dubai
Dubai is so wonderful city I love Dubai you can safe travel and see many interesting places here. Also if you like go to shopping and desert you will love that city. You can go to the beach. There have only women and children day in the beach.
Posted: January 30, 2025Is United Arab Emirates worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 40 experiences from female travelers
Wissam
Algeria
Dubai, Solo travel
My first international trip was to Dubai (united Arabic Emirates) . This country especially Dubai is a safe city where the girl can go out at midnight with no fear. The food there is good. About transportation: don't take Taxi everytime because it's more expensive. Use metro or the bus . If anyone going there don't miss sheikh zayed mosque in Abu Dhabi
Posted: February 16, 2025Experienced: November, 2024Dubai, Family travel
Dubai is hands down the safest city I've ever visited! (For us Ladies at least) If you're looking for a place to unwind, have a good time, and indulge in some luxury, Dubai is definitely the spot.I had the pleasure of visiting Dubai for the first time in June 2024, and I been there 3 times since then because I just can't get enough of this incredible city. I can't recommend it enough!
Posted: February 5, 2025Meet locals in United Arab Emirates
Nawar
About Me
Salam! I have been to amazing places in this world, met wonderful people, and made international friends, so I'm always looking for the next amazing thing. I'm based in Dubai, let's chat if you're visiting :)
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Vicky
About Me
I'm Vicky! From Uruguay! I'm a photographer, I like art, practicing yoga and traveling! ✨✨
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