U.S. Department of State
Level 1Exercise Normal Precautions
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.
Full advisory →Is Iceland safe? 🇮🇸
Europe · Updated
As of July 2026, Iceland scores 94/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Iceland Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Of the 1 Iceland destination assessed, Reykjavik scores highest (94/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 1No advisory against travel
Volcanic eruptions Recently there has been a series of volcanic eruptions on the Reykjanes peninsula in south-west Iceland. For more details see Extreme weather and natural disasters.
Full advisory →Government of Canada
Level 1Exercise normal security precautions
Canada's official risk level for Iceland: exercise normal security precautions.
Full advisory →02 · Destinations
Iceland destinations by safety score
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03 · Evidence Signals
Iceland safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government travel advisoryUS State Dept · Canada | Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions · 2 govts | 97 | US State Dept · Canada |
| Homicide rateWorld Bank Open Data · 2023 | 1.3 / 100k | 92 | World Bank Open Data (2023) |
| Feel safe walking alone after darkUN SDG Global Database · 2024 | 89.8% | 95 | UN SDG Global Database (2024) |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 86/100 | 86 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 85/100 | 85 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
04 · Questions
Iceland safety FAQ
Is Iceland safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Iceland Level 1 of 4 — Exercise Normal Precautions. On our composite index Iceland averages 94/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 28 July 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Iceland?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Reykjavik currently scores highest at 94/100 (Very Safe).
Where does this Iceland 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.