10 safest countries to travel in 2025

Iceland and Australia are among the top 10 safest countries to travel to in 2025 thanks to low crime rates, low risk of accidents and easy-to-do experiences.

The world faces many fluctuations from war to terrorism, civil unrest but global tourism is still growing strongly, with the number of international visitors in 2024 increasing by 11% compared to 2023. However, tourists need to be cautious and updated with information about safe destinations. The list of the safest countries in the world in 2025 was announced by the US travel insurance company Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection (BHTP) in mid-October.

Iceland topping the chart This year's ranking, up eight places from last year. The country has only one main road - a ring road that runs around the island, connecting most popular areas. As a result, traffic jams are virtually non-existent, significantly reducing the risk of traffic accidents.

Iceland ranked 5th in terms of safety related to violent crime; 7th in terms of safety related to terrorism and 4th in terms of traffic safety. Photo: BHTP

Australia up from 10th place last year to second place this year. Experts from BHTP said this is a safe destination after comparing many other independent assessments. In the report of Global Finance Magazine, Australia ranked 11th out of 134 safest countries. The US State Department rated Australia at level 1 for safety, meaning tourists only need to take common precautions.

Travel risks in Australia can occur due to its high biodiversity, which is home to many dangerous wildlife species. Some dangerous animals include crocodiles, venomous snakes, wild pigs and dogs, and invasive species. Therefore, tourists need to be careful, especially when entering tropical rainforests. Even when swimming in the sea, many species can be dangerous, such as jellyfish, sharks, and blue-ringed octopuses. Photo: Unsplash

Canada ranked third, down two places from last year.

"It's hard to have a crime without a victim and a perpetrator," experts from BHTP commented, emphasizing that Canada ranks 9th in the list of countries with the lowest population density in the world. However, visitors to Canada should be wary of wild animals such as bears, moose or wolves. Photo: BHTP

Ireland maintaining its "form" compared to last year, ranking fourth, with experts commenting on its "few big cities and friendly people". Exploring Ireland is so easy that insurance companies advise tourists not to buy a tour, just rent a car and know how to read a map. Photo: BHTP

Switzerland from second place last year to fifth in this year's rankings. Experts still rate this as a very safe destination, with a low crime rate - although there is still theft. However, Switzerland's safety index is expected to continue to decline in the coming time because the glaciers are melting, causing more frequent avalanches and floods. Visitors to Switzerland in winter need to be especially careful about this issue. Photo: Lonely Planet

New Zealand up from 11th place last year to 6th place this year. Many independent rankings around the world also show that tourists are almost safe when traveling anywhere in New Zealand. New Zealand's natural beauty is what attracts many tourists to this country. Not only famous fjords, the land of kiwi birds also owns tropical rainforests, waterfalls and countless beautiful mountain walks. Photo: Unsplash

Number 7 on the list is Germany , up 11 places from last year. The country is well-governed and maintains order. Cities are safe and the countryside is even safer. Photo: BHTP

Norway in 8th place, down 5 places from last year. With the exception of Oslo - considered the safest capital in Europe, Norway is mostly rural. The northern region is sparsely populated and has about 225,000 reindeer. If you go north, the potential risk could be a lack of healthcare infrastructure, travel insurance experts say. Photo: BHTP

Japan Ranked 9th, Japan is considered by BHTP experts to be "an exception to the principle of sparse population for safety". Japan ranks 50th in the world for high population density, and its crime rate ranks 12th globally. In recent years, the proportion of English speakers in Japan has increased, so tourists no longer encounter many obstacles when needing help.

According to BHTP, tourists to Japan need to pay attention to people around them and respect local culture. One issue that can cause anxiety for tourists to Japan is disasters such as tsunamis and earthquakes. Tourists should learn carefully before planning their trip. Photo: The Independent

Denmark ranked 10th, down two places from last year. The spirit of hygge makes Danes tend to live slowly, cherishing every moment with their loved ones. This also creates a warm, close environment for visitors to visit. According to experts from BHTP, the only thing to keep in mind to stay safe when coming to Denmark is not to turn right on a red light. Photo: The New Yorker

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