Embassy of Belgium in Yerevan, Armenia; address Armenia Marriott Hotel, Office 319, 1, Amiryan Street, 0010, Yerevan; phone +37410599911. Head of mission…
Head of mission: Mr. Eric de Muynck, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Belgium, 28 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Grigor Badiryan, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Belgium is an appealing destination for some Armenian travelers, thanks to its rich cultural heritage and modern attractions. The country's historical significance, architectural beauty, and vibrant cities like Brussels, Bruges, and Antwerp contribute to its allure. With around 300,000 Armenians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Belgium an intriguing place to visit.
Belgium is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Armenia. According to the Global Peace Index, Belgium ranks 16th out of 160 countries, indicating a high level of safety compared to Armenia, which ranks 74th. While Belgium is ranked 39th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, it still has a lower murder rate of 1.1 per 100,000 people compared to Armenia's 2.2. In terms of organized crime, both countries have similar scores for mafia groups and crime networks, but Belgium has higher indices for foreign crime and human trafficking. Overall, while visitors should remain vigilant, Belgium is statistically safer than Armenia in several key areas.