Embassy of Chile in Panama City, Panama; address Tower of the Americas, Office 705 B, Punta Pacifica Boulevard, Panama City; phone +2031892. Head of…
Head of mission: Mr. Alejandro Sfeir Tonšić, Ambassador (as of 2019)
Chile is an appealing destination for some Panamanian travelers due to its diverse natural landscapes and cultural heritage. With around 400,000 Panamanians traveling internationally each year, a portion may find Chile's attractions, such as the Atacama Desert and Patagonia, particularly enticing.
Chile is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Panama. According to the Global Peace Index, Chile ranks 62nd out of 160 countries, which is significantly safer than Panama's ranking of 94th. In terms of crime statistics, Chile has a murder rate of 3.6 per 100,000 people, compared to Panama's 12.7. Additionally, the rates of female murders are lower in Chile (0.7) than in Panama (2.0). The Global Organized Crime Index also indicates that Chile performs better in various crime categories. For example, Chile has lower indices for mafia groups (4.0 vs. Panama's 7.5) and human trafficking (4.0 vs. Panama's 8.0). Overall, while no destination is without risk, Chile is relatively safer than Panama for tourists.