Last checked: October 24, 2026. Stated = from an official government or transport website (US State Department, UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), Dubai RTA, Japan National Tourism Organization), read on that date. We don’t rate countries ourselves; travel advice can change overnight.
Short answer: no government ranks the safest countries for Muslim women, but the US and UK publish travel advice you can compare. On October 24, 2026, the US State Department rated Japan, Malaysia and Singapore Level 1 (“Exercise Normal Precautions”), Türkiye, Morocco and Indonesia Level 2, and the UAE and Qatar Level 3 (“Reconsider Travel”, advisories dated October 23, 2026). Read both governments’ advice, including their notes for women, right before you book and again before you fly.
Safest countries for Muslim women: what the advisories say today
| Country | US State Department (level, date) | UK FCDO (last updated, areas advised against) | Note for women (quoted, FCDO) | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (May 15, 2025) | Aug 28, 2026; none | “Female passengers travelling on commuter trains have experienced inappropriate behaviour.” | Stated |
| Malaysia | Level 1 (Feb 22, 2026); increased caution on islands and maritime areas off eastern Sabah | Mar 19, 2026; all but essential travel to islands and dive sites off eastern Sabah, Sandakan to Tawau | “Do not open your hotel room door to strangers, especially late at night. This applies particularly to women travelling alone.” | Stated |
| Singapore | Level 1 (Mar 9, 2026) | Mar 19, 2026; none | No women-specific note in the safety section | Stated |
| Türkiye | Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (Jun 9, 2026); some areas higher | Oct 19, 2026; all travel within 10 km of the Syria border | No women-specific note in the safety section | Stated |
| Morocco | Level 2 (Sep 4, 2026); some areas higher | Aug 19, 2026; none | “Women may receive unwanted attention in Morocco, especially when travelling alone.” | Stated |
| Indonesia | Level 2 (Jul 7, 2026); some areas higher | Sep 18, 2026; none | No women-specific note in the safety section | Stated |
| United Arab Emirates | Level 3: Reconsider Travel (Oct 23, 2026), “due to terrorism and armed conflict” | Jul 24, 2026; none, but warns of regional tensions and possible flight cancellations and airspace closures | “Take care when walking or travelling alone or at night, particularly if you are a woman.” | Stated |
| Qatar | Level 3: Reconsider Travel (Oct 23, 2026), “due to risk of armed conflict” | Aug 19, 2026; none, but warns of regional tensions | “Female visitors and residents should take care when walking or travelling alone, particularly at night.” | Stated |
Sources: US State Department travel advisories for Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Türkiye, Morocco, Indonesia, UAE and Qatar; UK FCDO travel advice for Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Türkiye, Morocco, Indonesia, UAE and Qatar. All read October 24, 2026.
How to read US and UK travel advisories
- US levels run from 1 to 4. Level 1 is “Exercise Normal Precautions”, Level 2 “Exercise Increased Caution”, Level 3 “Reconsider Travel”. A country can have one level overall and higher levels for some areas.
- The UK doesn’t use numbered levels. It lists the areas where the FCDO “advises against travel” or “all but essential travel”. It also warns that “your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the FCDO”.
- Look at the date. The UAE and Qatar advisories were reissued on October 23, 2026. A blog post written before that date, including older versions of this page, may not reflect them.
Practical options for women traveling alone
- Dubai: the RTA says Dubai Metro has “cabins designated for only women and children commuters” (RTA), and the FCDO notes that Dubai taxis “with pink roofs have female drivers”.
- Japan: the national tourism organization says “you’ll often see certain cars that are reserved for women only during this morning rush hour” (JNTO). The FCDO advises shouting at a harasser to attract attention and asking a fellow passenger to call train or station staff.
- Everywhere: the FCDO publishes general advice for women travelling abroad (updated September 8, 2026) and offers travel advice email alerts.
For halal food and prayer spaces once you arrive, see our guides to Japan, Singapore, Malaysia and Türkiye.
Which destination fits your solo trip?
- You want a country at US Level 1 right now: Japan, Singapore and Malaysia (outside the eastern Sabah islands) were Level 1 on October 24, 2026.
- You’re set on Dubai or Doha: both are at US Level 3 since October 23, 2026. Read the full advisories, check your travel insurance, and watch for flight changes the FCDO warns about.
- You’re considering Türkiye, Morocco or Indonesia: all three are US Level 2 with some areas higher, so check which regions your route crosses. For Türkiye’s beach season, see our women-only beach resorts.
Essential tips for the solo Muslim woman traveler
- Share your itinerary and hotel details with someone at home.
- Save your embassy’s emergency number and the local emergency number before you land.
- Book your first night ahead, close to public transport.
- Read the local dress-code and customs section of the FCDO advice. Our modesty and safety guide and solo travel safety tips go further.
- Find prayer spaces on the way with our airport prayer rooms guide and qibla and prayer-time apps.
Questions to ask before you book
- Has the US or UK advisory for my destination changed since I last checked, and does it cover the region I’m visiting?
- Does my travel insurance cover me if advice changes after I book?
- Does my hotel have 24-hour reception and a well-lit entrance, and can it arrange a vetted airport transfer?
Booking a resort? Our questions to ask a halal resort help you confirm the rest before you pay.
FAQ
What is the safest country in the world for Muslim women?
No government publishes that ranking, and we don’t make one. Of the eight countries above, the US State Department rated Japan, Malaysia and Singapore Level 1 on October 24, 2026. Read each country’s notes for women as well.
What is the safest Muslim country for women travelers?
Among the Muslim-majority countries in our table, only Malaysia was at US Level 1 (advisory of February 22, 2026), with exceptions for the islands off eastern Sabah. Türkiye, Morocco and Indonesia were Level 2, and the UAE and Qatar Level 3.
What should a Muslim female traveler check before a solo trip?
The current US and UK advice for your destination and its date, the advisory’s notes for women, local dress codes, transport options such as women-only cars or cabins, and where you’ll find halal food and prayer spaces.
