Secure transport & bodyguard services in Bucharest.
VIP Close Protection in Bucharest
Close Protection in Bucharest, Romania
Close Protection Global is a leading specialist contractor providing highly trained male and female armed or unarmed bodyguards and secure VIP transport in Bucharest and nearby towns like Voluntari and Pantelimon.
Are you searching for reliable and experienced bodyguards and secure transport services in Bucharest? As a long-established specialist security provider, we offer locally recruited close protection officers and bodyguards trained to the latest international standards.
We can provide personnel who speak Romanian and English and are familiar with Bucharest and the wider Romanian security landscape. We provide bodyguards and secure VIP transport solutions for:
- Corporate executives and business clients
- Celebrities
- Families and small groups
- Touring groups
- Politicians
- Easily recognisable individuals
Adding value without reducing standards
With a focus on fair dealing, transparent pricing and premium customer service, we offer the best rates available for short- or long-term personal security assignments.
Our Personal Protection Services in Bucharest
Read about some of the more popular close protection and bodyguard solutions available in Bucharest. Get in touch with our team for a no-obligation chat to discuss your close protection needs in more detail.
Secure Airport Transfers
When you need privacy and security from the moment you land at Henri Coandă International Airport in Bucharest, we can ensure you are met by secure luxury transport for travel into the city and other destinations across Romania. Our security-trained drivers are experienced in defensive driving techniques, basic first aid, and route planning.
VIP Close Protection
We are experienced and knowledgeable about the specific risks and challenges faced by easily recognisable individuals, such as celebrities, politicians, and other high‑profile people. Preventing unwanted attention and intrusive approaches and managing public interactions ensures privacy and safety. We plan a low‑profile, controlled environment.
International Bodyguards
If your itinerary involves travelling to other European countries like neighbouring Bulgaria and Ukraine, for example, and you need consistent protection, our personnel can accompany you wherever you need to go. This means that you no longer need to swap protection to unfamiliar officers or arrange several contractors in different countries.
Corporate Security
Business executives and important clients visiting your premises in and around Bucharest can benefit from the added reassurance of a professional close protection team overseeing their movements. Our specialists provide adaptable, low‑profile security that stays close, remains alert, and avoids drawing unnecessary attention while you focus on your schedule and your business interests.
Event Bodyguards
Whether you are attending, speaking, or performing in Bucharest, we can provide secure transport to and from your venue, along with escorting at red‑carpet appearances. Our team can help manage public interactions, control access around you, and maintain a secure, private VIP area throughout the event. Stay protected at every stage of events in Bucharest and the surrounding Ilfov County.
24/7 Close Protection
Some clients require 24‑hour personal protection at their residence or hotel or during an extended stay in Bucharest. We use security teams working in shifts for constant cover. Operating discreetly, our personnel monitor the environment, anticipate potential issues, and take proactive steps to minimise any security risks in your daily lifestyle and accommodation.
Close Protection, Secure Transport and Bodyguards in Bucharest
Feel safe when visiting Bucharest, with local bodyguards and secure transport services delivered by industry experts
Be Cautious in These Areas
Since joining the EU, Romania has significantly improved public safety, and Bucharest is generally considered a safe city for visitors. Most issues visitors encounter are linked to opportunistic petty crime rather than violent incidents.
Here’s a breakdown of areas and situations in Bucharest where extra caution is wise:
Around Gara de Nord (main train station): This is a busy transit hub where pickpocketing and scams can occur, particularly targeting travellers with luggage. Stay alert and keep your belongings secure.
Crowded tourist areas (Old Town / Lipscani, Piața Unirii): These areas are well-policed, but dense crowds can create opportunities for pickpockets and bag snatchers. Always be aware of your surroundings.
Public transport hubs and buses/trams: Crowded public transport, especially during peak hours, can attract petty thieves. Keep valuables close and avoid displaying expensive items.
Bucharest city outskirts, especially at night: Areas further from the city centre, particularly poorly lit residential districts and industrial areas, may feel less secure after dark. Stick to main roads and use trusted transport options.
Certain nightlife areas late at night: While the Old Town is generally safe, some streets can become rowdy late at night due to heavy drinking. Stay cautious, avoid confrontations, and watch your belongings.
Emergencies
Emergency number (police, ambulance, fire): Put 112 into your phone contacts
Trained operators can assist with issues such as theft, lost passports, or other urgent problems affecting tourists.
Tourist information (in person):
Bucharest Tourist Information Office – located in the Pasajul Universităţii (University underpass), right in the city centre. They can help with directions, local advice, and guidance on what to do if you encounter minor incidents during your stay.
Personal Safety Tips
For recognisable, high-profile or high-net-worth individuals, professional close protection services are the safest option. However, there are several things you can do to minimise risk during your visit to Bucharest
- Protect Yourself and Your Belongings: Keep your valuables out of sight; consider using an anti-theft bag, a money belt, or a neck pouch for your valuables and important documents.
- Check restaurants for online reviews: Do not be tempted by restaurants that place staff outside to usher people in. They may add hidden fees, inflate drink prices for tourists, or bring food items you didn’t clearly order.
- Use Trustworthy Transport Options: Travel only in licensed taxis and beware of unofficial taxis that look like official ones. Get caught out, and you will find the meter ticking up rapidly for your journey.
- Try not to Attract Attention: Avoid fancy jewellery or other displays of wealth that may attract attention. Always keep in mind that there is still a lot of poverty in Romania
- Be Careful in Crowded Areas: Pickpockets usually favour crowded areas. They strike rapidly and disappear quickly. Be aware of this at markets, on public transportation, and at busy tourist sites.
- Use Guides or Tours You Can Trust: Official tours run by local businesses are not just better informed; they are also better at keeping you out of trouble.
- The “Fake Police Scam”: Scammers posing as plain‑clothes police or public‑transport inspectors may “check” your documents or tickets and then demand on‑the‑spot cash ‘fines”. Always ask for official ID and, if unsure, call 112 rather than paying cash.