2 missions of Austria in Armenia: Consulate of Austria in Yerevan, Armenia; Embassy Office of Austria in Yerevan, Armenia. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Aram Marutyan, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Armenia, 1 May 2024)
Head of mission: Alexander Karner, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. (as of 2015)
Austria is an appealing destination for some Armenian travelers, thanks to its diverse cultural and natural attractions. With its beautiful Alpine scenery and the historic allure of Vienna, it draws tourists from around the world. Each year, around 300,000 Armenians travel abroad, and a portion of them may find Austria to be an intriguing option.
Austria is considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Armenia. It ranks 14th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, and is highly regarded globally, holding the 3rd position out of 160 countries in the Global Peace Index. In comparison, Armenia ranks 74th in this index. Regarding crime statistics, Austria has a lower murder rate of 0.7 per 100,000 people, compared to Armenia's 2.2. Both countries have the same female murder rate of 0.9. In terms of organized crime, Austria generally has better indices than Armenia across various categories, indicating a lower prevalence of organized crime activities. For example, Austria scores 2.0 for mafia groups while Armenia scores 3.0. Overall, tourists from Armenia can feel relatively safe when visiting Austria, given its favorable safety rankings and lower crime rates.