Embassy of Belarus in Washington, D.C., United States; address 1619 New Hampshire Avenue., N.W., Washington, D.C.; phone +12029861604. Head of mission: Mr.…
Head of mission: Mr. Mikhail Khvostov, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr Viktar Charakhovich, Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mikhail Morgulis, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Florin John Ciuriuc, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Belarus offers a unique blend of cultural and natural attractions that may appeal to some American travelers. With 33.5 million Americans traveling internationally each year, a portion of them could find Belarus an intriguing destination worth exploring.
Belarus presents a mixed safety profile for tourists from the United States. According to safety rankings, Belarus is 38th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. The Global Peace Index ranks Belarus 110th out of 160 countries, which is safer than the U.S. at 130th. In terms of homicide rates, Belarus has a significantly lower murder rate of 2.4 per 100,000 people compared to the U.S. rate of 6.8. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Belarus at 1.7 and the U.S. at 2.9. Regarding organized crime, Belarus scores better in some areas, such as mafia groups and drug trade, but worse in state crime. Overall, while Belarus has its challenges, it may be considered relatively safe for tourists compared to the U.S. in certain aspects. Travelers should remain aware of their surroundings and stay informed about local conditions.
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