Embassy of Belarus in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan; address Moskovskaya 210, Bishkek; phone +996312352832. Head of mission: Mr. Sergei Petrovich Molunov. Plus 1…
Head of mission: Mr. Sergei Petrovich Molunov, Ambassador (as of 2024)
Head of mission: Kanatbek Sydykbekovich Aliyev, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Belarus offers a blend of cultural sites and natural attractions that could appeal to some travelers from Kyrgyzstan. With 1.8 million Kyrgyzstani citizens traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Belarus an intriguing destination.
Belarus presents certain safety concerns for tourists from Kyrgyzstan. According to safety rankings, Belarus is ranked 38th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. In terms of the Global Peace Index, Belarus ranks 110th out of 160 countries, which is lower than Kyrgyzstan's ranking of 75th. Regarding crime statistics, the murder rate in Belarus is 2.4 per 100,000 people, compared to Kyrgyzstan's lower rate of 1.7. Additionally, female murder rates are also higher in Belarus (1.7) than in Kyrgyzstan (0.5). When considering organized crime, Belarus scores better in some areas, such as mafia groups (4.0 in Belarus vs. 5.5 in Kyrgyzstan), but ranks worse in state crime (9.0 in Belarus vs. 8.5 in Kyrgyzstan). Overall, while Belarus has some safety measures in place, it is generally considered less safe than Kyrgyzstan based on various crime and safety metrics. Tourists should exercise caution and stay informed while traveling in Belarus.