Is Brazil Safe to Visit?

Safety analysis across 10 cities · Updated 2026

5.9
out of 10
Moderate Caution

Safety Score Breakdown

Petty Crime
4.9
Violent Crime
5.9
Scam Risk
5.1
Women’s Safety
6.0
Night Safety
5.1
Transport
6.7
Natural Hazards
7.4

✅ Safest Cities in Brazil

Paraty7.3Brasilia7.1Florianopolis6.7

⚠️ Higher Risk Cities

Recife4.4Salvador4.7Fortaleza4.8
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All Cities in Brazil

ParatyGenerally Safe7.3BrasiliaGenerally Safe7.1FlorianopolisModerate Caution6.7Iguazu FallsModerate Caution6.7São PauloModerate Caution6.4Rio de JaneiroModerate Caution5.5ManausModerate Caution5.1FortalezaExercise Caution4.8SalvadorExercise Caution4.7RecifeExercise Caution4.4