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What is the safest country to visit with a peanut allergy?

Canada is one of the easiest and safest places to travel with a nut allergy, thanks to its progressive attitude towards allergy awareness.



In 2026, Italy and Australia are widely considered the safest destinations for those with peanut allergies. Italy is safe because traditional Italian cuisine (unlike American-Italian food) rarely uses peanuts or peanut oil, relying instead on olive oil; also, EU law requires strict labeling of the "Top 14" allergens on all menus. Australia is excellent due to its high public awareness and some of the world's strictest food labeling laws (FSANZ). Many Australian restaurants are extremely well-versed in "cross-contamination" protocols. Other safe bets include Japan, where peanuts are uncommon in traditional dishes (though you must watch for "miso" or "satay" influences), and the United Kingdom, where "Natasha’s Law" requires full ingredient labeling on all pre-packaged foods. Regardless of the country, carrying a "Chef Card" in the local language that explains the severity of your allergy is the most critical safety step for any 2026 international traveler.

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The one thing you need to do: Write an allergy card. It helped me so much in Thailand and I was a lot less paranoid of being served nuts. I researched a bit on the internet and found great forums where people had done this before.

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Luckily, most Croatian/Bosnian food is not made with nuts and eggs. Grilled meats and fish are popular. I would just avoid many of the pasteries as they often have walnuts. Some pasta dishes may have nuts as well, like Pestos.

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A dry climate is also favorable for people with pollen allergies since pollinating plants need water to grow and spread. Altitude is another factor that limits pollen production.

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Along with the U.S., Germany, Italy and Norway had the highest prevalence of food sensitivity -- with about 22 percent of people from each country showing antibodies against some type of food. The lowest rates were seen in Iceland (11 percent), Spain (11 percent), France and the UK (each around 14 percent).

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