Other top performers include Luxembourg, Finland, Norway, and Australia, each combining security, social cohesion, and geopolitical neutrality, factors that increasingly define how wealthy individuals view citizenship options. The top 20 countries showcase a mix of smaller European states and stable, high-income nations where personal safety is consistently prioritised.

Several of the world's largest economies failed to make the top 30 in the Safety and Security Index. The United States ranks 64th, India sits at 96th, and China lags further behind at 112th. Even Canada, the US' northern neighbor, fares better at 49th, highlighting the disparities in safety and security among major global powers.

The Safety and Security Index, part of the broader World Citizenship Report by CS Global Partners, underscores that low crime, political stability, and societal cohesion are increasingly crucial factors in assessing the value of citizenship. European nations dominate the upper echelons of the rankings, reflecting decades of strong governance, robust institutions, and long-standing traditions of neutrality and civic responsibility.

"The 2025 Safety and Security Index underscores a fundamental shift in global migration. As geopolitical tensions and domestic challenges escalate, high-net-worth individuals are increasingly prioritizing personal safety and political stability in their lifestyle decisions. This index not only highlights the safest countries but also reflects a growing trend where security is paramount in shaping the future of global citizenship" said Micha-Rose Emmett, CEO of CS Global Partners.

By comparison, several smaller Caribbean nations, including St. Kitts and Nevis, Dominica, and Antigua and Barbuda, continue to rank highly in the Safety and Security Index. Their strong standings reflect a combination of political stability, low crime rates, and geopolitical neutrality, qualities that are increasingly shaping how the global elite evaluate citizenship.

The results further cement the Caribbean's reputation as a trusted region for those seeking safety and long-term security through investment migration.

The Index report further casts a stark light on some of the world's largest and most influential economies. The United States and the United Arab Emirates, despite their global prominence, rank in the middle third, revealing that wealth and influence alone do not guarantee safety. Rising concerns over violent crime, social unrest, and political polarization have contributed to these lower-than-expected positions, signaling broader societal challenges.

For high-net-worth individuals and families, these findings have tangible consequences. Safety has become a decisive criterion in decisions around citizenship, residency, and long-term investment. Nations at the top of the index offer not only peace of mind but also the stability required to live, work, and raise families in a secure environment.

The index noted that the meaning of safety varies across the globe. For HNWIs in conflict zones such as Ukraine, it often translates to immediate physical protection. In countries like South Africa or Nigeria, it centers on everyday security, including safeguarding against violent crime.

Even in the United States, where concerns over gun violence, social unrest, and political polarisation have intensified, wealthy citizens are increasingly turning to second citizenship as a form of contingency planning.

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