2026 Annual Safety & Risk Forecast for International Education

Secure success for your international programs with SafeAbroad’s Annual Safety & Risk Forecast—a comprehensive analysis of our analysts’ 2025 incident monitoring efforts. Explore trends from the past year and discover what awaits in 2026.

Over the past year, our team has monitored the myriad of risks that impacted the health, safety, and well-being of student travelers abroad. Since January, SafeAbroad Analysts have logged over 7,000 incidents spanning travel, security, protests, health, disasters, and weather across more than 100 countries. Through this comprehensive lens, our team crafted this year’s Annual Safety Report for International Education, offering a guide for programs to navigate the risks and liabilities associated with international travel and education.

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SafeAbroad Forecast Reports offer essential insights for international education programs, providing proactive guidance to anticipate and manage anticipated risks associated with global travel and study abroad operations. These reports serve as dynamic tools for strategic planning, equipping program managers with the foresight needed to navigate the ever-changing global landscape effectively. By leveraging these forecasts, programs can implement preemptive measures, thus ensuring the success of education abroad initiatives and cultivating a secure environment for travelers.

Our Analysts meticulously gather intelligence from diverse sources, including governmental entities, media outlets, and local contacts, covering a wide spectrum of topics, including geopolitical tensions, holidays, events, crime trends, and environmental hazards. Through rigorous analysis, SafeAbroad analysts provide a detailed forecast of potential risks in specific countries or regions, accompanied by actionable recommendations for traveler safety. 

SafeAbroad Forecast Reports are indispensable resources for individuals preparing for international travel. By remaining vigilant to potential risks and implementing appropriate precautions, forecast reports ensure your students can Travel Confidently with SafeAbroad.

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