Warsaw Travel Risk — Low Risk (20/100)
Is Warsaw safe right now? Checked 16 October 2026
Warsaw scores 20/100 on our travel risk index (Low). The US State Department rates Poland Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions, updated 5 Jun 2025); the UK has no advice against travel; Canada says: exercise normal security precautions. No GDACS or USGS hazard events within 100 km in the last 14 days. No change in government advice in the last 7 days.
Government advisory (score 5)
Crime (score 29)
September 27, 2026
Warsaw, Poland has a current Travel Risk Calculator composite score of 20 out of 100 (low risk tier); the highest-rated risk category is crime at 29/100; the lowest-rated category is government advisory at 5/100; last updated September 27, 2026. For official nationwide security advisories, entry requirements, and health notices, see the Poland travel risk page. Real-time conditions below include live weather, official advisory levels, GDACS disaster alerts, and current news.
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Warsaw currently sits at 20/100 on our composite travel-risk index, which puts it in the low-risk tier. Most travelers report routine, uneventful trips and the page below covers the few category-specific things to stay alert for. The highest-rated risk category for Warsaw is crime (29/100), and the lowest is government advisory (5/100). This page was last updated on September 27, 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 (25/100) and crime and scams (21/100).
A score of 20 is higher than the scores of 7% of the 241 countries we cover.
AI safety snapshot · refreshed Oct 16, 2026
Warsaw, Poland currently maintains a low risk baseline composite of 20/100 and a US State Department advisory level of 1, though an ongoing drought alert and a global Level 1 dengue health notice are in effect. Recent local safety headlines note heightened concerns following security tightenings and school knife attacks in Poland.
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 09:02 UTC
What should I do now?
- Run a real assessment. Open the calculator for live data (weather, advisory, news) layered onto this baseline.
- Crime (score 29/100): Use registered taxis or ride-share apps. Keep electronics out of sight in public transit. Read recent reviews for your specific neighborhood.
- Environmental quality (score 15/100): Check air-quality forecasts. If sensitive, pack a mask and adjust outdoor activity. Hydration is critical in heat.
- Check your country's advisory. The single most authoritative live signal. Linked at the bottom of every real assessment.
Day vs Night Safety in Warsaw
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 Warsaw
Guidance based on our scores and official advice — not a measured score.
No group-specific warning is triggered in Warsaw for solo travelers (Crime 29/100 · Transport 10/100), women traveling solo (Crime 29/100), families with children (Health 11/100 · Natural disaster 5/100), older travelers (Health 11/100 · Transport 10/100), business travelers (Digital 20/100 · Money 20/100 · Transport 10/100) and lgbtq+ travelers (Advisory 5/100 · Political 10/100): 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 | medium |
|---|---|
| Airport risk | medium |
| Road safety | medium |
| Public transport | medium |
| Tourist scam risk | medium |
| Night safety | medium |
| Last updated | September 27, 2026 |
Live conditions in Warsaw
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
Poland - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Read full advisory → · US Department of State
Disaster alerts
Active Disaster Alerts
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Drought is on going in Austria, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Belgium, Belarus, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Spain, France, Croatia, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Russia, Sweden, Slovenia, Slovakia, San Marino, Ukraine, ORANGE · country-wide · 2026-02-11
The Drought notification level is Orange.
“~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 09:02:20 UTC
Natural hazard calendar & history
No GDACS or USGS events recorded within 100 km in the past five years.
For consular advice on women's safety, LGBT+ travel, and local laws, see the Poland travel advice & laws.
Check the official entry requirements for your nationality before you travel. See the Poland 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 2026-10-16 07:26:45 UTC
1991–2020 climate normals
Seasonal risk & best time to visit Warsaw
The most weather-stable two-month window for Warsaw is July–August, when typical daily temperatures run from about 15°C to 23°C and monthly rain averages 77 mm.
No threshold-level heat, cold, wind, or cyclone flag appears in the stored normals; July is the wettest typical month at about 87 mm.
Climate normals are planning context, not a short-range forecast. Source: Open-Meteo Climate API. Refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
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Practical safety map
Safety infrastructure nearby in Warsaw
Warsaw has 10 hospitals, 10 police stations, 5 embassies, 10 pharmacies and 5 fire stations within 7 km of the city center in the latest OpenStreetMap extract.
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Facility list (works without JavaScript)
- Hospital: Ibis
- Hospital: Instytut Onkologii
- Hospital: Państwowy Szpital Kliniczny Dzieciątka Jezus
- Hospital: Samodzielny Szpital Kliniczny im. prof. Witolda Orłowskiego
- Hospital: Szpital Kliniczny Dzieciątka Jezus
- Hospital: Szpital Kliniczny im. ks. Anny Mazowieckiej
- Hospital: Szpital Nowowiejski
- Hospital: Szpital Świętej Zofii
- Hospital: Warszawski Szpital Dla Dzieci
- Hospital: Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej
- Police: Biuro Spraw Wewnętrznych KGP
- Police: Komenda Główna Straży Ochrony Kolei
- Police: Komenda Rejonowa Policji Warszawa I
- Police: Komenda Rejonowa Policji Warszawa I - Rewir Dzielnicowych III
- Police: Komenda Stołeczna Policji
- Police: Komisariat Kolejowy Policji w Warszawie
- Police: Komisariat Policji Metra Warszawskiego
- Police: Rewir Dzielnicowych I Komendy Rejonowej Policji Warszawa I
- Police: Rewir Dzielnicowych Komendy Rejonowej Policji Warszawa III
- Police: Wydział Ruchu Drogowego Komendy Stołecznej Policji
- Embassy: Embassy of Guatemala
- Embassy: Embassy of Ireland
- Embassy: Embassy of the United Arab Emirates
- Embassy: Rezydencja Ambasadora Maroka
- Embassy: Taipei Representative Office in Poland
- Pharmacy: Aptekarz Warszawski
- Pharmacy: Cefarm
- Pharmacy: Dbam o Zdrowie
- Pharmacy: Dbam o Zdrowie
- Pharmacy: Dr. Max
- Pharmacy: Europa
- Pharmacy: Kliniczna
- Pharmacy: Na Wspólnej
- Pharmacy: Sawa
- Pharmacy: Wawa
- Fire station: Jednostka Ratownictwa Specjalistycznego s12
- Fire station: Jednostka Ratowniczo-Gaśnicza nr 3
- Fire station: Jednostka Ratowniczo-Gaśnicza nr 4
- Fire station: Jednostka Ratowniczo-Gaśnicza nr 5
- Fire station: Jednostka Ratowniczo-Gaśnicza nr 9
Map and facility data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Locations can be incomplete or outdated; confirm before relying on them. See this destination’s numbers or browse emergency numbers by country.
Emergency numbers (Poland)
| Police | 997 |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 999 |
| Fire | 998 |
| General | 112 |
See nearby hospitals, police, pharmacies, embassies, and fire stations on the safety map.
Medical access
| Hospital access | high |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy access | high |
| Emergency response | high |
| English-speaking care | unknown |
| Evacuation complexity | low |
Warsaw’s hospitals, pharmacies and emergency services are modern and reliable, providing quick care for travelers. While English‑speaking staff are available in many facilities, the level of English support is not specifically documented.
Common scam patterns
- unlicensed airport taxis. Visitors may be approached by drivers offering rides from the airport without proper licensing or meters. These taxis can overcharge or take unsafe routes. Tip: Use app‑based ride services (Uber, Bolt) or official metered taxis at the airport.
- nightlife bar scams (e.g., Street Girls Bar Lure). Scammers lure travelers into bars with promises of free drinks or companionship, then inflate the bill or keep the customer’s belongings. These scams are reported as high‑risk in Warsaw’s nightlife scene. Tip: Enter reputable venues and never leave personal items unattended.
- pickpocketing on trams and buses. Pickpocket teams operate on trams and buses, especially on routes near the Old Town. They use distraction tactics to steal wallets and phones from tourists. Tip: Keep bags zipped and close to your body, and stay alert in crowded public transport.
Area notes
- Old Town. The historic centre attracts many visitors but is a hotspot for pickpocketing.
- Praga. An up‑and‑coming district that requires standard urban caution, especially after dark.
- Centralna Station area. A major transport hub where petty theft is more common.
Nearest embassies & consulates
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| When | Score change | Tier | Reason / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2026 | 14 → 20 | low | Method change (scoring v2) scoring v2 |
| Sep 11, 2026 | 0 → 0 | unknown | Data update Grounded open data research & citations |
| May 15, 2026 | — → 20 | low | Data update Editorial baseline 2026-05-14 (round 2: Numbeo + WHO + State Dept + GPI + EPI references) |
Every editorial change to Warsaw's composite score is logged here, with the source and reason for the change. Live data overlays (weather, advisories, disaster alerts, news) refresh continuously on their own cadences and are not recorded as score changes — see the Live conditions section above for current overlay state.
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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 Warsaw
- Travel Risk Calculator score (method v2): Security, crime and scams, health, natural hazards and current alerts for Warsaw, 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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