Consulate of Canada in Cotonou, Benin
- Address: 360 Rue, Boulevard de la Marina, DIBOUSSE building, Cotonou
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2 missions of Canada in Benin: Consulate of Canada in Cotonou, Benin; Embassy Office of Canada in Cotonou, Benin. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr Wilfried Pfeffer, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. (as of 2015)
Canada offers a rich blend of cultural and natural attractions, making it an appealing destination for some of the 13 million people in Benin. Although there has been a recent decline in tourist arrivals, Canada still attracts millions of international visitors annually.
Canada is considered a very safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Benin. According to the Global Peace Index, Canada ranks 11th out of 160 countries, indicating a high level of safety compared to Benin, which ranks 112th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Canada is 2.1 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than Benin's rate of 1.1. However, Canada has lower indices for organized crime, with a score of 5.0 for mafia groups compared to Benin's 1.0, and lower scores in various crime categories such as human trafficking and arms trafficking. Overall, while no place is without risk, Canada offers a safer environment for tourists than Benin.