Buenos Aires Travel Risk — Moderate Risk (36/100)
Is Buenos Aires safe for travelers?
Moderate risk. Mostly safe. There are a few specific situations to watch for in Buenos Aires — read the breakdown below.
Disease & health (score 30)
Crime (score 45)
2026-05-09 11:01:52
70%
Crime, health, transport, weather, disease, environmental and safety risk overview for Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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Source: calibrated 2026-05-09 v1.0 (knowledge-based; State Dept advisory tiers, GPI, OSAC patterns) · Confidence: 70
Quick facts
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Emergency numbers (Argentina)
| Police | 101 |
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| Ambulance | 107 |
| Fire | 100 |
| General | 911 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Buenos Aires safe for tourists?
Mostly safe. There are a few specific situations to watch for in Buenos Aires — read the breakdown below. Crime risk score is 45/100; pickpocketing in crowded tourist areas is the most common issue, but violent crime against tourists is uncommon.
What is the biggest risk in Buenos Aires?
The highest-scoring risk category is Crime (score 45/100). Even the highest category here is moderate, suggesting a generally manageable risk profile.
How are these scores calculated?
Each category is scored 0-100 based on government travel advisories (US State Dept), crime indices (Numbeo), Global Peace Index data, WHO/CDC health context, and curated regional knowledge. The composite is a weighted sum — see /methodology for the full weight breakdown. Live data (weather, advisories, news) is layered on top of every assessment.
When was this page last reviewed?
The baseline scores for Buenos Aires were last reviewed on 2026-05-09 11:01:52. Live intelligence (weather, official advisories, disaster alerts, health notices) refreshes automatically multiple times per day.
Is this a substitute for an official travel advisory?
No. Travel Risk Calculator provides estimated risk information for planning purposes only. Always check your home country's official travel advisory and any health notices from your national health authority before traveling.
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