Best Safest Countries to Visit 2026
The #1 safest countries to visit in 2026 is Egypt with a Nerq Trust Score of 48/100 (D), based on Nerq's independent analysis of 50 safest countries to visit across 5 trust dimensions. Rankings update daily — last updated: 2026-05-13.
According to Nerq's analysis, the top 5 safest countries to visit by trust score are: 1. Egypt (48/100), 2. Luxembourg (48/100), 3. Samoa (48/100), 4. Malta (48/100), 5. Brunei (48/100). Nerq Trust Scores range from 48 to 48 among the top 50. Scores are based on 5 independent trust dimensions including security, maintenance, and community adoption. Updated daily.
| # | Name | Trust | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Egypt | 48 | D |
| 2 | Luxembourg | 48 | D |
| 3 | Samoa | 48 | D |
| 4 | Malta | 48 | D |
| 5 | Brunei | 48 | D |
| 6 | Singapore | 48 | D |
| 7 | Slovakia | 48 | D |
| 8 | Maldives | 48 | D |
| 9 | Austria | 48 | D |
| 10 | Jordan | 48 | D |
Top 50 Safest Countries to Visit by Nerq Trust Score
| # | Name | Trust | Grade | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Egypt | 48 | D | North African country. Pyramids. Safe in tourist areas. Political instability. |
| 2 | Luxembourg | 48 | D | Small European country. Very safe. Wealthy. |
| 3 | Samoa | 48 | D | Pacific island. Safe. Traditional culture. |
| 4 | Malta | 48 | D | Mediterranean island. Safe. English-speaking. Beach tourism. |
| 5 | Brunei | 48 | D | Southeast Asian country. Very safe. Wealthy. Strict Sharia law. |
| 6 | Singapore | 48 | D | City-state in Southeast Asia. Extremely low crime. Strict laws. |
| 7 | Slovakia | 48 | D | Central European country. Safe. Affordable. Tatra Mountains. |
| 8 | Maldives | 48 | D | Indian Ocean islands. Very safe. Luxury resorts. |
| 9 | Austria | 48 | D | Central European country. GPI rank #5. Safe, excellent public transport. |
| 10 | Jordan | 48 | D | Middle Eastern country. Safe. Petra. Dead Sea. |
| 11 | Suriname | 48 | D | South American country. Diverse culture. Rainforest. |
| 12 | Moldova | 48 | D | Eastern European country. Wine. Affordable. Transnistria. |
| 13 | Kyrgyzstan | 48 | D | Central Asian country. Beautiful mountains. Nomadic culture. |
| 14 | Iceland | 48 | D | Nordic island nation. GPI rank #1. Extremely low crime. Universal healthcare. |
| 15 | Iraq | 48 | D | Middle Eastern country. Ongoing conflict in some areas. Kurdistan is safer. |
| 16 | Tajikistan | 48 | D | Central Asian country. Pamir Highway. Basic infrastructure. |
| 17 | Guyana | 48 | D | South American country. Rainforest. Kaieteur Falls. |
| 18 | Yemen | 48 | D | Middle Eastern country. Ongoing civil war. Humanitarian crisis. |
| 19 | Albania | 48 | D | Southeastern European country. Safe. Riviera. Affordable. |
| 20 | Zimbabwe | 48 | D | Southern African country. Victoria Falls. Economic challenges. |
| 21 | Zambia | 48 | D | Southern African country. Victoria Falls. Safari. |
| 22 | Trinidad and Tobago | 48 | D | Caribbean islands. Carnival. Crime in Trinidad. |
| 23 | Panama | 48 | D | Central American country. Canal. Safe in tourist areas. |
| 24 | Greece | 48 | D | Mediterranean country. Safe for tourists. Some economic challenges. |
| 25 | Iran | 48 | D | Middle Eastern country. Hospitality culture. US sanctions. Women's dress code. |
| 26 | Haiti | 48 | D | Caribbean island. Extreme poverty. Gang violence. Earthquake recovery. |
| 27 | Colombia | 48 | D | South American country. Improving safety. Medellin transformed. Rural areas risky. |
| 28 | France | 48 | D | Western European country. Generally safe. Some protest activity. Paris pickpocketing. |
| 29 | Ivory Coast | 48 | D | West African country. Recovering. Abidjan growing. |
| 30 | United Kingdom | 48 | D | Island nation. Generally safe. London is expensive. NHS healthcare. |
| 31 | Cambodia | 48 | D | Southeast Asian country. Angkor Wat. Landmine risk in rural areas. |
| 32 | Mali | 48 | D | West African country. Northern conflict. Terrorism. |
| 33 | Ghana | 48 | D | West African country. Relatively safe. Friendly. Growing tourism. |
| 34 | Central African Republic | 48 | D | Central African country. Armed conflict. |
| 35 | Lithuania | 48 | D | Baltic country. Safe. Vilnius old town. Affordable. |
| 36 | Dominican Republic | 48 | D | Caribbean island. Resort areas safe. Caution outside resorts. |
| 37 | Czech Republic | 48 | D | Central European country. Safe. Prague is major tourist destination. |
| 38 | Nigeria | 48 | D | West African country. Largest economy in Africa. High crime in cities. |
| 39 | Denmark | 48 | D | Scandinavian country. GPI rank #2. Low crime, high social trust. |
| 40 | Seychelles | 48 | D | Indian Ocean islands. Safe. Expensive. |
| 41 | China | 48 | D | East Asian country. Safe for tourists. Great Wall. Language barrier. Censorship. |
| 42 | Papua New Guinea | 48 | D | Pacific island. Tribal violence. Malaria. Unique cultures. |
| 43 | Kazakhstan | 48 | D | Central Asian country. Safe. Vast steppes. |
| 44 | Armenia | 48 | D | Caucasus country. Safe. Ancient churches. |
| 45 | East Timor | 48 | D | Southeast Asian country. Young nation. Basic infrastructure. |
| 46 | Russia | 48 | D | Transcontinental country. War in Ukraine. Sanctions. Travel restrictions. |
| 47 | Bhutan | 48 | D | South Asian country. Safe. Happiness index. Tourism tax. |
| 48 | Angola | 48 | D | Southern African country. Post-war. Expensive. Oil economy. |
| 49 | India | 48 | D | South Asian country. Diverse. Varies greatly by region. GI issues common. |
| 50 | Bolivia | 48 | D | South American country. Salar de Uyuni. Altitude. |
How We Rank Safest Countries to Visit
These safest countries to visit are ranked by Nerq Trust Score, which evaluates security, maintenance, community adoption, and transparency across multiple data points. Only entities with a trust score of 30 or above are included. Scores are updated continuously as new data becomes available.
FAQ
Which countries are safest to visit in 2026?
Based on Nerq Safety Scores, the safest destinations are listed above, scored on crime, political stability, health, natural disasters, infrastructure, and traveler rights.
How are safety scores calculated?
Nerq scores destinations using data from the Global Peace Index, UNODC crime statistics, World Bank governance indicators, WHO health data, and government travel advisories.
Are these rankings updated regularly?
Yes. Safety scores are updated as new data becomes available from international sources.