Embassy of Costa Rica in Tel Aviv, Israel; address 5-7 Shoham St. Paz Tower, Ramat Gan; phone +97236135061. Head of mission: Mr. Antonio Ignacio López…
Head of mission: Mr. Antonio Ignacio López Escarré, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Costa Rica, 29 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Nathan Haim Allalouf, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Israel, 1 Apr 2023)
Costa Rica offers a compelling destination for some Israeli travelers, thanks to its rich biodiversity, vibrant culture, and welcoming atmosphere. With 3 million Israelis traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Costa Rica appealing, especially those seeking adventure or relaxation.
Costa Rica is generally considered a relatively safe destination for tourists, including those from Israel. According to the Global Peace Index, Costa Rica ranks 56th out of 160 countries, which is significantly safer than Israel, which ranks 152nd. In terms of crime statistics, Costa Rica has a higher murder rate of 11.4 per 100,000 people compared to Israel's 1.9. However, Costa Rica's state crime index is notably lower (1.5) than Israel's (5.0), indicating a better situation regarding state-related crime. While both countries face challenges with organized crime, Costa Rica's indices in various categories, such as mafia groups and crime networks, are higher than Israel's, suggesting a more significant presence of these issues. However, Costa Rica performs better in terms of heroin trade and state crime. Overall, while Costa Rica has its own crime concerns, it is deemed safer for tourists compared to Israel based on various safety and crime metrics. Visitors should remain vigilant, as they would in any travel destination.