UAE: Numbeo, the globally leading Serbian crowd-sourced online database, has released its 2025 index for the safest countries in the world. Five GCC countries have dominated Numbeo’s 2025 Safety Index by securing the top 20 positions in the global safety index. The United Arab Emirates has secured the second rank in this index with an 84.5 score out of 100.

With a narrow margin of just 0.2 points, Andorra has secured the top position in Numbeo’s Global Safety Index for 2025, scoring 84.7 out of 100. Apart from the Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain have successfully secured 3rd, 5th, 14th, and 16th rankings in the index, respectively.

UAE is #2 Among the Safest Countries Worldwide for 2025

Besides acquiring second place in Numbeo’s 2025 safety index, the Emirates has also acquired the same rank among its crime index for 2025. The nation’s reputation as one of the safest nations in the world has solidified after Numbeo’s released data claimed it is a nation with the second lowest rate of crime globally.

The globally leading Serbian crowd-sourced online database has released the index after collecting and analyzing data from surveys conducted by visitors. These survey questions are designed like those asked in many scientific and government surveys. For example, survey questions for the crime index took into consideration worries or general perceptions of crime levels, felt safety, and specific crimes, like property or violence.

Why is the UAE the Second Safest Country in the World for 2025?

The UAE’s second rank as the safest country in the world is majorly contributed to by its strong law enforcement, strict laws, extensive surveillance, etc. From drug use and crime to public behavior, the nation has strict laws and severe penalties for their violations. These strict laws and severe penalties have consistently acted as a barrier to criminal activities, leading to lower crime rates.

Additionally, the UAE’s well-equipped police force has a strong presence and efficient focus on public security. Extensive surveillance systems, particularly in busy cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, assist authorities in monitoring and preventing criminal offenses and activities by residents and visitors.

Another reason that contributes to the nation’s leading ranking in the safety index is its stable and prosperous economy supported by the government’s investment in social welfare and job opportunities. The perceived safety responses by women and children are high, as they can safely move around there, even at night.

This high-felt safety response is supported by well-lit streets, frequent police patrols, and strict anti-harassment laws. Not only residents but also tourists have provided positive responses regarding feeling secure in the Emirates compared to other foreign tourist destinations in the world.

Top 20 Safest Countries Worldwide in Numbeo’s 2025 Rankings

To make the safety ranking for 2025 easier to interpret, Numbeo has released the global safety index, in which countries worldwide are ranked based on their safety scores. This scale has assisted with clear understanding and meaningful comparisons of the data provided. Here’s a list of the top 20 safest countries worldwide in Numbeo’s 2025 safety index for the safest countries in the world:

#1 Andorra – 84.7

#2 UAE – 84.5

#3 Qatar – 84.2

#4 Taiwan – 82.9

#5 Oman – 81.7

#6 Isle Of Man – 79.0

#7 Hong Kong – 78.5

#8 Armenia – 77.9

#9 Singapore – 77.4

#10 Japan – 77.1

#11 Monaco – 76.7

#12 Estonia – 76.3

#13 Slovenia – 76.2

#14 Saudi Arabia – 76.1

#15 China – 76.0

#16 Bahrain – 75.5

#17 South Korea – 75.1

#18 Croatia – 74.5

#19 Iceland – 74.3

#20 Denmark – 74.0

World’s Least Safe Countries in 2025 in Numbeo’s Rankings

Numbeo’s surveys for the global safety index 2025 has listed 147 countries worldwide, in which the lowest rankings, that is, 147th, 146th, 145th, 144th, and 143rd rankings, are acquired by Venezuela, Papua New Guinea, Haiti, Afghanistan, and South Africa, respectively.

Apart from crime and safety concerns, Numbeo has shortlisted countries based on the quality of life offered, and the UAE has secured the 20th position in this global ranking. Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and Denmark consistently rank high in Numbeo’s Quality of Index and have secured 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions, respectively. The other three GCC nations in this list are Oman at #4, Qatar at #9, and Saudi Arabia at #21.

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