The safest countries to visit in 2026
The 25 safest countries to visit in 2026, ranked by overall Warnely score. Combines government advisories, peace index, governance indicators, and live incident data.
Three countries sit at the top of every credible 2026 safety ranking: Singapore, Iceland, and New Zealand. They are followed by a cluster of small Nordic and Alpine states with strong institutions, reliable public services, and a low rate of the violent crime that dominates safety news. The remaining entries are the next twenty consistent performers.
The Warnely composite score combines four inputs. The editorial assessment from the country profile carries 50%. Authority signals from the UK FCDO and US State Department carry 30%. Structural indicators from the Global Peace Index and World Governance Indicators carry 15%. Live incident pressure from the wire feed carries 5%.
The list
Singapore
10/100Extremely low crime. Excellent infrastructure. Strict laws – follow them.
Iceland
10/100Stunning volcanic landscapes. Extremely expensive. Northern lights.
New Zealand
11/100Stunning nature. Natural hazards from earthquakes and weather. Incredibly welcoming.
Switzerland
11/100Clean and expensive with incredible scenery. Efficient transport. Multilingual.
Finland
11/100Saunas, lakes, and northern lights. Cold winters. Happiest country consistently.
Luxembourg
11/100Tiny and wealthy. Beautiful old town. Easy day trip from Belgium/Germany/France.
Norway
12/100Stunning fjords and northern lights. Very expensive. Outdoor paradise.
Denmark
12/100Hygge culture. Copenhagen is bike-friendly and beautiful. Expensive.
Andorra
12/100Tiny Pyrenean microstate. Duty-free shopping and skiing. Between France and Spain.
Japan
14/100Very low crime. Natural disaster preparedness is world-class. Respectful of visitors.
Australia
14/100Low crime. Natural hazards (wildlife, sun, ocean) are the main risks. World-class quality of life.
Bhutan
14/100Happiness-focused country. Mandatory daily tourist fee ($100/day). Unique culture. Pristine nature.
Canada
15/100World-class nature. Friendly people. Cold winters in most of the country.
Estonia
15/100Digital pioneer. Tallinn's medieval old town stunning. Efficient Baltic gem.
Ireland
16/100Friendly, English-speaking. Excellent pubs and stunning coastline.
Austria
16/100Stunning Alpine scenery. Vienna consistently ranked most livable city. Excellent skiing.
Qatar
16/100Modern infrastructure. Strict laws. Doha is a modern city. Very hot summers.
Brunei
16/100Oil-rich sultanate. Strict Islamic laws (Sharia). Alcohol banned. Sultan's palace spectacular.
Taiwan
17/100Welcoming. Excellent food and infrastructure. Typhoons and earthquakes are the main natural risks.
Slovenia
17/100Beautiful Alpine country. Lake Bled is stunning. Affordable by European standards. Great outdoors.
Lithuania
17/100Affordable. Vilnius old town is UNESCO-listed. Hill of Crosses unique. Baltic charm.
UAE
18/100Very low crime. Strict laws tourists must respect. Luxurious infrastructure.
Netherlands
18/100Liberal country. Bike theft is Amsterdam's main crime. Excellent infrastructure and English widely spoken.
Czech Republic
18/100Affordable. Prague is a major tourist destination. Pickpocketing is the only significant risk.
Latvia
18/100Baltic state. Riga's art nouveau architecture beautiful. Affordable. Good nightlife.