{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/turkiye/istanbul","updatedAt":"2026-09-23T19:35:10.020Z","place":{"city":"Istanbul","country":"Türkiye","countryCode":"TR","lat":41.01384,"lon":28.94966},"safety":{"score":62,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":60,"confidence":0.66,"caps":[],"databaseScore":63,"travellerSentiment":{"score":60,"label":"Mostly positive","summary":"Recent traveller reports note feeling safe during daylight in most neighborhoods, but caution is advised after dark in crowded tourist zones.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":59,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":62,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":58,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":62,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller Sentiment","score":60,"tier":1},{"key":"advisories","label":"Advisories","score":72,"tier":2},{"key":"stability","label":"Stability","score":57,"tier":2},{"key":"health","label":"Health & Air","score":86,"tier":2}]},"advisories":[{"source":"U.S. Department of State","level":2,"label":"Exercise Increased Caution","updated":"Tue, 09 Jun 2026","url":"https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/turkey-travel-advisory.html"},{"source":"Government of Canada","level":2,"label":"Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)","updated":"2026-09-22T15:33:40.1374803-04:00","url":"https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/turkiye"}],"indicators":[{"key":"homicide","label":"Homicide rate","value":3.22789482308636,"display":"3.2 / 100k","year":"2023","score":77,"source":"World Bank Open Data"},{"key":"crime_major_constraint","label":"Crime seen as a major business constraint","value":0.5,"display":"0.5%","year":"2019","score":100,"source":"World Bank Enterprise Surveys"},{"key":"terrorism_deaths_pm","label":"Terrorism deaths (latest year)","value":0.05822175212168216,"display":"0.06 / million","year":"2021","score":94,"source":"Global Terrorism Database"},{"key":"road_deaths","label":"Road traffic deaths","value":6.5,"display":"6.5 / 100k","year":"2021","score":78,"source":"WHO Global Health Observatory"},{"key":"stability","label":"Political stability & no terrorism","value":49.3131044,"display":"49/100","year":"2024","score":49,"source":"World Bank Governance Indicators"},{"key":"rule_of_law","label":"Rule of law","value":42.4489468,"display":"42/100","year":"2024","score":42,"source":"World Bank Governance Indicators"},{"key":"corruption","label":"Control of corruption","value":36.4544855,"display":"36/100","year":"2024","score":36,"source":"World Bank Governance Indicators"},{"key":"gov_effectiveness","label":"Government effectiveness","value":49.9654888,"display":"50/100","year":"2024","score":50,"source":"World Bank Governance Indicators"},{"key":"regulatory","label":"Regulatory quality","value":51.5312748,"display":"52/100","year":"2024","score":52,"source":"World Bank Governance Indicators"},{"key":"voice","label":"Voice & accountability","value":37.6897898,"display":"38/100","year":"2024","score":38,"source":"World Bank Governance Indicators"},{"key":"city_population_scale","label":"Urban scale factor","value":15701602,"display":"15.7M residents","year":null,"score":35,"source":"City Geocoding"},{"key":"safe_walking_dark","label":"Feel safe walking alone after dark","value":58.6,"display":"58.6%","year":"2024","score":58,"source":"UN SDG Global Database"},{"key":"violence_victimization","label":"Physical assault (past year)","value":2.6,"display":"2.6%","year":"2024","score":86,"source":"UN SDG Global Database"},{"key":"sexual_violence","label":"Sexual violence (past year)","value":0.9,"display":"0.9%","year":"2024","score":90,"source":"UN SDG Global 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hazards","value":0,"display":"No active alerts · 21 quakes ≥M4.5 past yr","year":null,"score":76,"source":"GDACS / USGS"},{"key":"advisory","label":"Government travel advisory","value":2,"display":"Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution · 2 govts","year":null,"score":50,"source":"CA / US"}],"healthNotices":[{"level":"Alert","title":"Global Polio","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level2/global-polio"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Dengue","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/dengue-global"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Measles","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/measles-globe"}],"hazardAlerts":[],"fieldResearch":{"verdict":"Yes — Istanbul is moderately safe for visitors in September 2026, with petty crime and scams as the main concerns.","summary":"Istanbul scores 56/100 on safety, reflecting moderate risk overall. Violent crime against tourists is rare, but pickpocketing is frequent in crowded tourist zones and scams target visitors in nightlife and transport hubs. Recent traveller reports indicate feeling safe during daylight in most neighborhoods, though caution is advised after dark in busy areas.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Mugging is uncommon but can occur in poorly lit side streets or near transport hubs after dark; stay in well-populated areas."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"High","note":"Frequent in Sultanahmet, Taksim Square, Istiklal Caddesi, Galata Bridge, and during tram or ferry boarding; use anti-theft bags and vigilance."},"safeAreas":["Karaköy","Kadıköy","Beşiktaş"],"avoidAreas":["Aksaray (bar and club scams, overcharging)","Tarlabaşı (petty crime and scams after dark)"],"scams":["Taxi meter tricks and overcharging","Friendly bar invitations leading to inflated bills","Shoe-shine scams and fake guides"],"zones":[{"name":"Sultanahmet","level":"caution","note":"Historic core; pickpocketing high in crowded sites like Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, especially during peak hours."},{"name":"Taksim Square","level":"caution","note":"Central hub; pickpocketing and scams common on Istiklal Avenue and near metro stations, particularly after dark."},{"name":"Karaköy","level":"safe","note":"Trendy waterfront district; generally safe day and night with low violent crime, but watch for petty theft near Galata Bridge."},{"name":"Kadıköy (Asian side)","level":"safe","note":"Lively residential area; popular with locals and tourists, low risk of violent crime, petty theft possible in markets and ferry areas."},{"name":"Beşiktaş","level":"safe","note":"Upscale neighborhood with Bosphorus views; safe for visitors, but avoid displaying valuables near ferry terminals and stadium on match days."},{"name":"Aksaray","level":"avoid","note":"Known for bar and club scams; overcharging and fake menus reported, especially targeting tourists in nightlife venues."},{"name":"Tarlabaşı","level":"avoid","note":"Area north of Taksim; higher incidence of petty crime and scams, particularly after dark, avoid walking alone at night."},{"name":"Eminönü","level":"caution","note":"Transport and market hub; pickpocketing frequent on ferries, trams, and near Spice Bazaar, remain vigilant with belongings."}]}}