U.S. Department of State
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased cautionin Eswatini due to crime and unrest. Crime Crime is common in Eswatini.
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Is Eswatini safe? 🇸🇿
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As of October 2026, Eswatini scores 51/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Eswatini Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Of the 1 Eswatini destination assessed, Lobamba scores highest (51/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 1No advisory against travel
Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide.
Full advisory →Government of Canada
Level 2Exercise a high degree of caution
Canada's official risk level for Eswatini: exercise a high degree of caution.
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Eswatini destinations by safety score
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03 · Evidence Signals
Eswatini safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government travel advisoryCA / US | Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution · 2 govts | 75 | CA / US |
| Homicide rateWorld Bank Open Data · 2021 | 12.5 / 100k | 39 | World Bank Open Data (2021) |
| Feel safe walking alone after darkUN SDG Global Database · 2021 | 33.8% | 26 | UN SDG Global Database (2021) |
| Physical assault (past year)UN SDG Global Database · 2021 | 2.7% | 86 | UN SDG Global Database (2021) |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025 | 56/100 | 56 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2025) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2025 | 46/100 | 46 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2025) |
| Road traffic deathsWHO Global Health Observatory · 2023 | 23.4 / 100k | 35 | WHO Global Health Observatory (2023) |
04 · Questions
Eswatini safety FAQ
Is Eswatini safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Eswatini Level 2 of 4 — Exercise Increased Caution. On our composite index Eswatini averages 51/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 20 October 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Eswatini?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Lobamba currently scores highest at 51/100 (Moderate).
Where does this Eswatini safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.