Portugal has been ranked as the 12th safest country in the world in the latest global safety index by HelloSafe.
Topping the list is Iceland, scoring just 18.23 points on the risk scale (lower is better), followed by Singapore (19.99) and Denmark (20.05). Europe dominates the upper ranks, with Austria (20.3), Switzerland (20.5), and the Czech Republic (21.2) also among the safest. Portugal earned a safety score of 25, placing it 15th globally and 12th in Europe.
HelloSafe’s data shows that 12 of the top 15 safest countries are in Europe. Notably, Bhutan (22.98) and Qatar (23.33) also made the top 15, standing out among non-European nations.
At the other end of the spectrum, the Philippines ranked as the least safe country in 2025 with a high-risk score of 82.32, followed by Colombia (79.21) and Mexico (78.43). These countries struggle with internal violence, instability, and high crime rates. War-torn nations like Yemen and Syria also remain among the most dangerous, as does Russia, due to its ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
Overall, 30 of the top 50 safest countries are in Europe. The Netherlands ranks 20th globally, while Belgium is 31st. France, however, ranks lower—80th globally and 34th in Europe—due to persistent concerns over terrorism. Ukraine and Russia occupy the lowest global safety positions.
In Latin America, safety varies widely. While Paraguay, Uruguay, Bolivia, and Trinidad and Tobago are relatively secure, Colombia, Mexico, and Venezuela rank among the most dangerous due to high homicide rates and political instability.
Asia also presents a mixed picture. Singapore stands out as the world’s second safest country, whereas the Philippines is the least safe—highlighting the region's stark contrasts in security.
The HelloSafe Index is updated annually using data from the UN, World Bank, and international research bodies. It evaluates 35 factors across five categories, including environmental risk, conflict, governance, and healthcare, offering a broad view of global safety conditions. Photo by Morgan Sand at Italian Wikipedia.