Limassol Travel Risk — Moderate Risk (28/100)
Is Limassol safe right now? Checked 16 October 2026
Limassol scores 28/100 on our travel risk index (Moderate). The US State Department rates Cyprus Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions, updated 1 Jun 2026); the UK has no advice against travel; Canada says: exercise normal security precautions (with regional advisories). No GDACS or USGS hazard events within 100 km in the last 14 days. No change in government advice in the last 7 days.
Natural disasters (score 10)
Crime (score 38)
October 3, 2026
Limassol, Cyprus has a current Travel Risk Calculator composite score of 28 out of 100 (moderate risk tier); the highest-rated risk category is crime at 38/100; the lowest-rated category is natural disasters at 10/100; last updated October 3, 2026. For official nationwide security advisories, entry requirements, and health notices, see the Cyprus travel risk page. Real-time conditions below include live weather, official advisory levels, GDACS disaster alerts, and current news.
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Limassol currently sits at 28/100 on our composite travel-risk index, which puts it in the moderate-risk tier. Most travelers will be fine with normal precautions, but a few categories below score high enough that planning matters. The highest-rated risk category for Limassol is crime (38/100), and the lowest is natural disasters (10/100). This page was last updated on October 3, 2026; the baseline category scores reflect analytical indicators, layered with live conditions throughout the day. Live conditions — weather and air quality every 30 minutes, US State Department advisory every 6 hours, GDACS disaster alerts every 30 minutes, CDC health notices every 12 hours, and news every hour — are cached at the source and refreshed automatically when stale.
Driven by: security (30/100) and natural hazards (42/100).
A score of 28 is higher than the scores of 21% of the 241 countries we cover.
AI safety snapshot · refreshed Sep 23, 2026
Limassol, Cyprus has a moderate overall safety risk with a baseline composite score of 25 out of 100. The U.S. State Department has issued an advisory level 1, and there is a green flood alert for the country. Health officials are monitoring dengue at level 1, indicating a low but present risk.
AI-summarized strictly from the live public-source data below (US State Dept advisory, GDACS, CDC, Google News). Auto-refreshed at most once per day on the first visit. Not official advice.
Live conditions last refreshed: Oct 16, 2026 06:23 UTC
What should I do now?
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- Crime (score 38/100): Use registered taxis or ride-share apps. Keep electronics out of sight in public transit. Read recent reviews for your specific neighborhood.
- Political instability (score 35/100): Avoid demonstrations and political gatherings. Monitor news the morning of travel. Have a flexible departure plan.
- Check your country's advisory. The single most authoritative live signal. Linked at the bottom of every real assessment.
Day vs Night Safety in Limassol
Guidance based on our scores and official advice — not a measured score.
Daytime conditions are generally secure along major corridors and commercial districts. Keep bags zipped and avoid displaying high-value items openly.
Risk levels elevate noticeably after dark outside main central zones. Avoid walking alone through unlit parks, alleys, or quiet transit stations; favor pre-booked door-to-door transport.
Safety by Traveler Type in Limassol
Guidance based on our scores and official advice — not a measured score.
No group-specific warning is triggered in Limassol for solo travelers (Crime 38/100 · Transport 20/100), women traveling solo (Crime 38/100), families with children (Health 15/100 · Natural disaster 10/100), older travelers (Health 15/100 · Transport 20/100), business travelers (Digital 25/100 · Money 30/100 · Transport 20/100) and lgbtq+ travelers (Advisory 30/100 · Political 35/100): these scores sit in the low-to-moderate range, so standard precautions apply. Local laws affecting LGBTQ+ travelers and gender-specific incident rates are not captured in our scores; check your government's travel guidance.
Score layers
Safety categories
Source: Grounded open data research & citations
Quick facts
| Hospital access | high |
|---|---|
| Airport risk | low |
| Road safety | medium |
| Public transport | medium |
| Tourist scam risk | medium |
| Night safety | medium |
| Last updated | October 3, 2026 |
Live conditions in Limassol
Real-time data refreshed from public sources — weather and air quality from Open-Meteo, official advisory from the US State Department, disaster alerts from GDACS, health notices from the CDC, news from Google News. For an AI-synthesized briefing tailored to your specific trip, run a personalized assessment.
Official travel advisory
Level 1 · Exercise Normal Precautions
Cyprus - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Read full advisory → · US Department of State
Disaster alerts
Active Disaster Alerts
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Green flood alert in Jordan GREEN · ~493 km away · 2026-10-15
On 10/10/2026, a flood started in Jordan, lasting until 12/10/2026 (last update). The flood caused 1 deaths and 0 displaced .
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Green flood alert in Türkiye GREEN · ~254 km away · 2026-10-14
On 12/10/2026, a flood started in Türkiye, lasting until 14/10/2026 (last update). The flood caused 0 deaths and 0 displaced .
“~N km away” = event centroid within ~500 km of this location; “country-wide” = a national/regional alert that may not be near this specific city. Source: GDACS · fetched 2026-10-16 06:23:25 UTC
Natural hazard calendar & history
5-Year Hazard Calendar (100 km Radius)
| Hazard | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Floods | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1 |
| Wildfires | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Earthquakes (M5.5+) | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Most flood events within 100 km of Limassol happened in January, September, November and December (4 of 4 in five years).
Source: GDACS, USGS; five years to October 2026.
Significant Earthquakes (USGS M5.5+ within 150 km)
1 major seismic event recorded within 150 km over the past 5 years.
- Largest: M6.6 on 11 Jan 2022 (118 km away) — USGS details
For consular advice on women's safety, LGBT+ travel, and local laws, see the Cyprus travel advice & laws.
Check the official entry requirements for your nationality before you travel. See the Cyprus entry requirements.
Health notices
Health Notices for this Destination
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Level 1 - Global Dengue WATCH · 2026-10-02
Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, Vietnam, Maldives, Bolivia, Cambodia, Kenya, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Costa Rica, Mar
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Level 2 - Global Polio ALERT · 2026-09-23
Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nig
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Level 1 - Global Measles WATCH · 2025-05-28
Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. Country List : Afghan
Source: CDC Travelers’ Health · fetched 2026-10-15 19:24:31 UTC
Emergency numbers (Cyprus)
| Police | 112 |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 112 |
| Fire | 112 |
| General | 112 |
Medical access
| Hospital access | medium |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy access | medium |
| Emergency response | medium |
| English-speaking care | unknown |
| Evacuation complexity | medium |
The search results did not contain specific information about hospitals, emergency services, or pharmacy availability in Limassol. Travelers should consult local sources or their embassy for up‑to‑date medical guidance.
Common scam patterns
- general tourist scams. Various tourist scams have been noted around Limassol's main commercial port, which attracts many visitors. Scammers may target tourists with inflated service offers or misleading deals. Tip: Verify prices and services beforehand and avoid unsolicited offers.
- pickpocketing. Pickpocketing incidents are reported in popular resort areas where tourists gather. Travelers are advised to keep valuables secure and be vigilant in crowded spots. Tip: Use a money belt or zippered bag and stay aware of your surroundings.
Area notes
- Limassol Port (commercial district). Higher incidence of tourist scams reported in this busy commercial zone.
- Resort districts (e.g., beachfront promenade). Watch your wallet due to pickpocketing risk in these crowded tourist spots.
Frequently asked questions about Limassol
Is Limassol safe?
Limassol currently scores 28/100 on our composite travel risk index (moderate risk; lower is safer). It already includes the current US State Department advisory for Cyprus (Level 1 of 4). Official advice can change quickly, so check it again shortly before you travel.
Sources: Travel Risk Calculator — Limassol · Methodology
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| When | Score change | Tier | Reason / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2026 | 30 → 28 | moderate | Method change (scoring v2) scoring v2 |
| Sep 27, 2026 | 25 → 30 | moderate | Method change (scoring v2) scoring v2 |
| Jun 26, 2026 | 0 → 0 | unknown | Data update Grounded open data research & citations |
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Transparency & Sources
We document the baseline sources, coverage scope, and data inputs for this destination below.
Sources used
- SimpleMaps World Cities (CC BY 4.0): Coordinates, region, population for Limassol
- Travel Risk Calculator score (method v2): Security, crime and scams, health, natural hazards and current alerts for Limassol, from US, UK and Canadian advisories, INFORM, World Bank, UCDP, CDC, GDACS, USGS and OpenStreetMap
- Editorial baseline (Travel Risk Calculator): City-level threat scoring across 9 categories (crime, health, advisory, political, disaster, transport, environmental, digital security, money safety)
Live data overlays on this page refresh asynchronously on the source cadences shown above. Run an assessment to create a trip-specific briefing using your dates and traveler profile.
Baseline scope
- Category scores represent an analytical baseline, updated from official feeds and public records.
Coverage notes
- Transport-hub safety notes (airport, train stations).
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