🇱🇰 Is Sri Lanka Safe? Travel Risk Overview 2026
South Asia · Capital: Colombo · Emergency number: 119
38/ 100 · Medium Risk
As of 2026, Sri Lanka is rated medium risk with an overall travel risk score of 38/100 (lower = safer). The score aggregates government travel advisories, the Global Peace Index, crime statistics, health system quality, natural hazard exposure and 50+ other authoritative sources, weighted and normalized into a single comparable figure.
📖 In-depth guide: Is Sri Lanka safe?
Current situation, key threats, government advisory level and practical safety tips for Sri Lanka.
Read the full Sri Lanka safety guide →How to Read This Score
- Low risk (≤30): safety comparable to top-ranked destinations; standard precautions apply.
- Medium risk (31–60): generally safe with situational awareness; some regions or crime types require extra caution.
- High risk (>60): check government travel advisories before booking; some areas may be off-limits.
- Scores are recomputed continuously as new advisory and statistical data arrives.
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