Embassy of Azerbaijan in Cairo, Egypt; address Maadi Sarayat str. 10, Villa 16, 4391040; phone +20235583761. Head of mission: Mr. Elkhan Polukhov.
Head of mission: Mr. Elkhan Polukhov, Ambassador (as of 2020)
Azerbaijan presents a compelling destination for a segment of Egypt's 111 million population, thanks to its diverse cultural heritage and stunning landscapes. While tourism numbers have varied recently, the country's strategic significance in the tourism sector is on the rise, making it increasingly appealing to Egyptian visitors.
Azerbaijan is relatively safe for tourists, including those coming from Egypt. According to the Global Peace Index, Azerbaijan ranks 104th, while Egypt is slightly better at 103rd out of 160 countries, indicating similar safety levels. In terms of crime statistics, Azerbaijan has a lower murder rate of 1.9 per 100,000 people compared to Egypt's 2.6. However, female murder rates are higher in Azerbaijan at 1.3 versus Egypt's 0.5. The Global Organized Crime Index shows that both countries have similar scores for crime networks (5.5), but Azerbaijan has a slightly better score for mafia groups (5.5 in Azerbaijan vs. 3.0 in Egypt) and human trafficking (4.5 in Azerbaijan vs. 5.5 in Egypt). Overall, while both countries have their challenges, Azerbaijan is generally considered safe for tourists.