Nauru Crime Rate & Safety
Homicide statistics, crime trends, and travel safety for Nauru
US State Department Travel Advisory
Exercise Normal Precautions
Updated December 2, 2024
Detailed homicide statistics are not currently available for Nauru. For travelers, the US State Department currently rates Nauru at Level 1 of 4: Exercise Normal Precautions.
Homicide Rate
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Safety Rank
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Travel Advisory
Level 1 of 4
Data Year
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Safety for Travelers
Summary of the current US State Department advisory for Nauru:
Reissued after periodic review without changes. Exercise normal precautions in Nauru. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Nauru If you decide to travel to Nauru: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program ( STEP ) to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Follow the Department of State on Facebook and X/Twitter . Review the Country Security Report for Nauru. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations.
Level 1
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 2
Exercise Increased Caution
Level 3
Reconsider Travel
Level 4
Do Not Travel
Safety Guidance for Nauru
Practical safety information for visitors, from US State Department country information (last updated December 02, 2024).
Criminal Penalties
Nauru has a low crime rate. However, visitors should not be complacent regarding their personal safety or the protection of valuables.
Victims of Crime
Report crimes to the local police by dialing 110 and contact the U.S. Embassy at +679 331 4466, or after hours at +679 772 8049. Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime. See our webpage on help for U.S. victims of crime overseas . We can: Help you find appropriate medical care Assist you in reporting a crime to the police Contact relatives or friends with your written consent Provide general information regarding the victim’s role during the local investigation and following its conclusion Provide a list of local attorneys Provide our information on victim’s compensation programs in the U.S. Provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical support in cases of destitution Help you find accommodation and arrange flights home Replace a stolen or lost passport
Domestic Violence
U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence are encouraged to contact the Embassy for assistance. Tourism: The tourism industry is unevenly regulated, and safety inspections for equipment and facilities do not commonly occur. Hazardous areas/activities are not always identified with appropriate signage, and staff may not be trained or certified either by the host government or by recognized authorities in the field. In the event of an injury, appropriate medical treatment is typically available only in/near major cities. First responders are generally unable to access areas outside of major cities and to provide urgent medical treatment. U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance. See our webpage for more information on information on insurance providers for overseas coverage
About This Data
Homicide figures are intentional homicides per 100,000 people, compiled by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and published by the World Bank (indicator VC.IHR.PSRC.P5). Homicide is the most reliably comparable crime statistic across countries because definitions of other offences (assault, theft, robbery) vary widely between national legal systems and reporting practices.
Travel advisory levels are issued by the US Department of State and updated continuously. They reflect risks to travelers including crime, terrorism, civil unrest, health, and natural disasters — not only crime rates. Countries report crime data with different lags; the most recent available year is shown for each metric.
Nauru Population & Demographics
Population of 11,947, growth trends, economy, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nauru safe to visit?
The US State Department rates Nauru at Level 1 of 4 (Exercise Normal Precautions).
What is the crime rate in Nauru?
Reliable homicide statistics are not currently available for Nauru.
What is the US travel advisory level for Nauru?
Nauru is currently at Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Advisory levels range from Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions) to Level 4 (Do Not Travel).