Best Safest Countries to Visit 2026
Ranked by Nerq Trust Score. Last updated 2026-03-27.
| # | Name | Trust | Grade | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 48 | D | Western European country. Safe. Cycling culture. Liberal policies. |
| 2 | Belgium | 48 | D | Western European country. Safe. Beer and chocolate. |
| 3 | Luxembourg | 48 | D | Small European country. Very safe. Wealthy. |
| 4 | Czech Republic | 48 | D | Central European country. Safe. Prague is major tourist destination. |
| 5 | Morocco | 48 | D | North African country. Generally safe. Hustlers in medinas. Diverse landscapes. |
| 6 | Jordan | 48 | D | Middle Eastern country. Safe. Petra. Dead Sea. |
| 7 | Ivory Coast | 48 | D | West African country. Recovering. Abidjan growing. |
| 8 | Cameroon | 48 | D | Central African country. Anglophone crisis. |
| 9 | Tunisia | 48 | D | North African country. Post-revolution. Beach tourism. |
| 10 | Algeria | 48 | D | North African country. Sahara desert. Limited tourism. |
| 11 | Nicaragua | 48 | D | Central American country. Political instability. Natural beauty. |
| 12 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 48 | D | Southeastern European country. Post-war. Sarajevo charming. |
| 13 | Kosovo | 48 | D | Southeastern European country. Post-independence. Safe. |
| 14 | Montenegro | 48 | D | Southeastern European country. Safe. Adriatic coast. |
| 15 | North Macedonia | 48 | D | Southeastern European country. Safe. Lake Ohrid. |
| 16 | Albania | 48 | D | Southeastern European country. Safe. Riviera. Affordable. |
| 17 | Moldova | 48 | D | Eastern European country. Wine. Affordable. Transnistria. |
| 18 | Democratic Republic of Congo | 48 | D | Central African country. Eastern regions conflict. Ebola. |
| 19 | Zambia | 48 | D | Southern African country. Victoria Falls. Safari. |
| 20 | Bhutan | 48 | D | South Asian country. Safe. Happiness index. Tourism tax. |
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.