The Safest Countries To Be
Where to Be If World War 3 Breaks Out
If global war erupts, no place is truly safe—but some countries offer better odds. Modern conflict involves more than just armies: “battles aren’t just fought with tanks and soldiers anymore, but also through cyberwarfare, space-based systems, economic blackmail, and long-range missiles.”
Top Safe Havens
Switzerland stands out for its “fiercely neutral stance,” Alps-based defense, and fallout shelters under homes and even “schools and hotels.”
New Zealand is remote, peaceful, and “was ranked as one of the best places to survive a global societal collapse.”
Bhutan avoids conflict through non-interference and values “Gross National Happiness” over military might.
Iceland lacks a military and consistently ranks #1 on the Global Peace Index.
Others to Watch
Costa Rica abolished its military in 1949.
Finland and Sweden recently joined NATO, raising their risk.
Ireland, Singapore, Argentina, and Chile may stay peaceful but face indirect impacts.
