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By Sukriti Wahi Entertainment 04.05.2025

These Are the 20 Safest Countries for Solo Female Travellers

Grab your suitcase – these are the safest countries for women to explore solo right now.

While there’s nothing like a holiday with loved ones – there is something to be said for the life-enriching experiences you can have as a solo traveller.

It’s confidence-building – nothing like figuring out how to get from a foreign airport to your hotel via public transport to make you feel like you can conquer anything – an incredible way to make friends in your 30s (and beyond), and opens you up to adventure and opportunity in a way that group trips typically don’t.

But for women in particular, safety is always worth keeping front of mind – and there is help to make deciding where to visit that little bit easier. Recently, online visa specialists iVisa compiled a report ranking the safest countries for women travelling on their own, basing their scores on several criteria, including: steps taken to protect women, friendliness, gender-based violence and crime rates, overall accessibility, and data sourced from the Global Peace Index and Gender Gap Index.

Curious? Starting at the bottom and working our way to the top spot, read on to discover the 20 best and safest countries for solo female travel in 2025.

20. France

With something for all tastes, from Paris to Provence, France is not just the most visited country in Europe, but it also ranks #20 among the safest countries for solo female travellers in 2025.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 3/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 2/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 2/5
  • Overall accessibility - 3/5
  • Global Peace Index - 3/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 3/5

19. Slovenia

Situated in Central Europe, Slovenia is well-known for its impressive mountains, tranquil lakes, and ski resorts. Moreover, its quaint capital, Ljubljana, promises picturesque streets that rival any of its Mediterranean counterparts.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 2/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 4/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 2/5
  • Overall accessibility - 3/5
  • Global Peace Index - 2/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 3/5

18. Australia

A welcoming and diverse country brimming with world-class cities, natural wonders and some of the best beaches you’ll ever see, Australia enters the list at #18.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 3/5
  • Friendliness ranking: 4/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates: 4/5
  • Overall accessibility: 3/5
  • Global Peace Index: 3/5
  • Gender Gap Index: 3/5

17. Costa Rica

Wondrous biodiversity, lush rainforests and pristine coastlines are just a few things Costa Rica is famous for, but its pura vida lifestyle – emphasising appreciation for the simple things in life – might be its best.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 2/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 4/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 3/5
  • Overall accessibility - 3/5
  • Global Peace Index - 3/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 3/5

16. Belgium

Excellent fries, waffles and chocolate aside, Belgium is also a popular European destination for its striking medieval architecture, baroque art and charming canals.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 3/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 3/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 2/5
  • Overall accessibility - 3/5
  • Global Peace Index - 4/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 4/5

15. New Zealand

A paradise for adventurers and nature-lovers, New Zealand’s North and South Islands deliver more than their share of snow-covered mountains, unspoilt beaches and then some.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 2/5
  • Friendliness ranking: 4/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates: 3/5
  • Overall accessibility: 4/5
  • Global Peace Index: 2/5
  • Gender Gap Index: 4/5

14. Germany

Boasting rolling countryside, fairytale castles and concrete metropolises, it’s no surprise that Germany is the sixth most-visited country in Europe. Tip? If you make plans with a local, remember the Germans are very punctual – if you say 6pm, it is 6pm.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 3/5
  • Friendliness ranking: 3/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates: 4/5
  • Overall accessibility: 4/5
  • Global Peace Index: 3/5

Gender Gap Index - 2/5

13. Spain

Sunny Spain, the land of siestas and sangria – though we recommend ordering a tinto de verano if you want to want to feel less like a tourist – is considered amongst one of the safest countries for solo female travellers, coming in at #13.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 3/5**
  • Friendliness ranking - 4/5**
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 3/5**
  • Overall accessibility - 3/5**
  • Global Peace Index - 3/5**
  • Gender Gap Index - 4/5**

12. Portugal

With its majestic Algarve coastline, melancholic fado music, and golden pastel de nata – to name but a few of its charms – Portugal, coming in at #12, has many things to make a trip worth your while.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 3/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 4/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 3/5
  • Overall accessibility - 3/5
  • Global Peace Index - 3/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 3/5

11. Japan

From quiet onsen towns in far-flung prefectures to the bustling neon streets of Tokyo, Japan offers plenty for those looking to slow down or speed up. Moreover, in 2025, some of the country’s lesser-known but thriving towns make it even easier to visit on a budget.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 3/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 4/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 4/5
  • Overall accessibility - 3/5
  • Global Peace Index - 5/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 2/5

10. Austria

The setting for The Sound of Music and the birthplace of Mozart, Austria’s appeal spans storybook villages and liveable cities (Vienna frequently tops the annual global list), with the country entering the list at #10.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps to protect women - 4/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 4/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 3/5
  • Overall accessibility - 3/5
  • Global Peace Index - 4/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 3/5

9. The Netherlands

Whether it is the canals of Amsterdam or Bollenstreek’s dreamy tulip fields, the Netherlands isn’t short on postcard-worthy prettiness. Here, it takes out the #9 spot as one of the safest places for women to visit by themselves.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 3/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 4/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 3/5
  • Overall accessibility - 4/5
  • Global Peace Index - 5/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 3/5

8. Denmark

Lauded for leading the Scandi-style charge, its innovative cuisine and bike-friendly capital, Denmark is also in the top #10 cities deemed the safest for solo female travel.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 5/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 4/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 2/5
  • Overall accessibility - 3/5
  • Global Peace Index - 5/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 4/5

7. Norway

A must-visit to witness the magic of the Northern Lights and explore the charming Lofoten Islands (pictured), Norway takes out the #7 spot on the list.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 4/5
  • Friendliness Ranking - 3/5
  • Gender-Based Violence & Crime Rates - 2/5
  • Overall Accessibility - 4/5
  • Global Peace Index - 5/5 Gender Gap Index - 5/5

6. Sweden

Besides pioneering in pop music and innovative interiors, Sweden is also the land of fika – the daily ritual of a slow coffee break with a sweet treat and social catch-up – and #6 on the list.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 4/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 3/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 2/5
  • Overall accessibility - 4/5
  • Global Peace Index - 5/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 4/5

5. Iceland

Running the gamut from mesmerising glaciers and lakes, to volcanoes and black sand beaches, Iceland, at #5 on the list, has no shortage of grandiose natural beauty to discover.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 4/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 4/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 3/5
  • Overall accessibility - 5/5
  • Global Peace Index - 4/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 4/5

4. Finland

Named the “happiest country in the world” for 2025 in World Happiness Report, head to Finland for a serious sauna culture – there’s even a world championship – winter wonderland landscapes and summer cottage lifestyle.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 4/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 4/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 3/5
  • Overall accessibility - 5/5
  • Global Peace Index - 4/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 4/5

3. Canada

Awe-striking landscapes, world-class ski resorts and lively cities – Canada has it all, and also takes out the third place on iVisa’s list.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 4/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 5/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - ⅗
  • Overall accessibility - 5/5
  • Global Peace Index - 5/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 4/5

2. Ireland

Rugged coastlines, cosy pubs and some of the friendliest people in the world – scoring a 5/5 for this – Ireland is only charming, but it’s considered very safe for women to visit on their own.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 4/5
  • Friendliness ranking - 5/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates - 3/5
  • Overall accessibility - 5/5
  • Global Peace Index - 5/5
  • Gender Gap Index - 4/5

1. Switzerland

An all-seasons destination beloved for its cheese, chocolate and storybook scenery, Switzerland takes out the top spot as the safest country in the world for solo female travellers.

Here’s how it scored on iVisa’s criteria:

  • Steps taken to protect women - 5/5
  • Friendliness ranking: 4/5
  • Gender-based violence & crime rates: 5/5
  • Overall accessibility: 4/5
  • Global Peace Index: 5/5
  • Gender Gap Index: 4/5

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