Embassy of Switzerland in London, United Kingdom; address 16-18 Montagu Place, W1H 7EX; phone +442076166000. Plus 5 other missions.
Head of mission: Mr. Peter Müller-Mcdougall, Honorary Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Hans Scheiwiller, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, 1 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Michael Hewitt, Honorary Consul (as listed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 28 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Ms. Marlies Höcherl, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 28 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Arthur Broadhurst, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Switzerland is a highly appealing destination for British visitors, offering breathtaking alpine scenery, rich cultural experiences, and exceptional hospitality. With 19.1 million Britons traveling abroad annually, a significant number are likely to be drawn to Switzerland for its winter sports and luxury retreats.
Switzerland is considered one of the safest countries in Europe for tourists, including those from the United Kingdom. It ranks 7th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, significantly safer than the UK, which ranks 37th. According to the Global Peace Index, Switzerland is ranked 6th out of 160 countries, compared to the UK's 34th position. In terms of crime statistics, Switzerland has a lower murder rate, with 0.5 per 100,000 people, compared to the UK's 1.0. Both countries have the same female murder rate of 0.6. Regarding organized crime, Switzerland generally fares better than the UK in several categories, such as state crime (1.5 vs. 3.0) and human smuggling (3.0 vs. 5.0). However, the UK has a better score for mafia groups (4.0 vs. 4.5) and crime networks (6.5 vs. 4.0). Overall, tourists from the UK can feel safe visiting Switzerland, given its favorable safety rankings and lower crime rates.
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