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UAE Ranked Second Safest Country in the World in 2025 Safety Index
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been ranked as the second safest country in the world, achieving an impressive safety index score of 84.5, according to the 2025 Safety Index by Numbeo. The ranking highlights the UAE's commitment to security, stability, and law enforcement, reinforcing its reputation as one of the safest nations globally.
Global Safety Rankings
Andorra secured the top spot with a safety index score of 84.7, while Qatar ranked third with a score of 84.2, followed by Taiwan (82.9) and Oman (81.7). The GCC countries dominated the rankings, with Oman and Saudi Arabia also making it to the top 20 safest nations worldwide.
Safety and Crime Index
In addition to its high safety ranking, the UAE was ranked as the country with the second-lowest crime rate in the 2025 Crime Index by Numbeo. This further cements the UAE’s position as a global leader in security and public safety.
How the Safety Index is Calculated
The Numbeo Safety Index is based on user surveys, which assess public perceptions of crime levels, personal safety, and experiences with crime in various countries. The data is gathered from global respondents and modeled after scientific and government surveys to provide an accurate representation of safety levels worldwide.
Top 20 Safest Countries in 2025
According to the 2025 Safety Index by Numbeo, the top 20 safest countries in the world are:
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Andorra – 84.7
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UAE – 84.5
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Qatar – 84.2
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Taiwan – 82.9
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Oman – 81.7
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Isle of Man – 79.0
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Hong Kong – 78.5
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Armenia – 77.9
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Singapore – 77.4
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Japan – 77.1
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Monaco – 76.7
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Estonia – 76.3
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Slovenia – 76.2
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Saudi Arabia – 76.1
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China – 76.0
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Bahrain – 75.5
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South Korea – 75.1
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Croatia – 74.5
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Iceland – 74.3
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Denmark – 74.0
UAE’s Commitment to Safety
The UAE’s strong ranking reflects its advanced law enforcement measures, technological integration in security, and strict regulations ensuring public order. The country has consistently focused on improving safety standards, implementing smart policing initiatives, extensive surveillance networks, and community engagement programs to enhance security.
As a result, the UAE remains a top destination for residents, expatriates, and tourists, offering a secure and stable environment for living, working, and visiting.