2 missions of Belgium in Slovakia: Consulate of Belgium in Bratislava, Slovakia; Consulate of Belgium in Kosice, Slovakia. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Bart Waterloos, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Belgium, 28 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Dany R. E. Rottiers, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Belgium is an appealing destination for some Slovak visitors, thanks to its rich cultural heritage and modern attractions. The country's historical significance, stunning architecture, and vibrant cities like Brussels, Bruges, and Antwerp contribute to its appeal. With around 1 million Slovaks traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Belgium an interesting choice for their travels.
Belgium's safety for tourists from Slovakia presents a mixed picture. While it ranks 39th out of 40 countries for safety when walking alone at night, significantly lower than Slovakia's 12th place, it holds a better position in the Global Peace Index, where it is ranked 16th compared to Slovakia's 27th. In terms of murder rates, Belgium's rate is slightly higher at 1.1 per 100,000 people compared to Slovakia's 1.0. However, Belgium has a lower rate of female murders (0.2) than Slovakia (0.6). Regarding organized crime, both countries have similar scores for mafia presence (3.0), but Belgium performs better in state crime (2.0) and crime networks (4.5) compared to Slovakia's scores of 6.5 and 6.0, respectively. In summary, while Belgium has some safety concerns, particularly at night, it is generally considered safe for tourists, with lower organized crime risks in certain areas compared to Slovakia.