Embassy of Cuba in Sofia, Bulgaria; address 1 Konstantin Shtarkelov Str, 1113, Sofia; phone +35928782014. Head of mission: Marieta García Jordán.
Head of mission: Marieta García Jordán, Ambassador (as of 2025)
Also accredited to: Albania, North Macedonia
Cuba offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty, making it an appealing destination for some Bulgarian travelers. With 4.1 million Bulgarians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Cuba's colonial architecture, vibrant salsa music, and beautiful beaches particularly enticing, despite recent tourism challenges.
Cuba's safety for tourists from Bulgaria can be assessed through various metrics. While Bulgaria ranks 21st out of 40 European countries for safety when walking alone at night, Cuba does not have comparable data. According to the Global Peace Index, Cuba is ranked 96th out of 160 countries, indicating it is less safe than Bulgaria, which ranks 26th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Cuba is significantly higher at 5.0 per 100,000 people compared to Bulgaria's 1.3. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Cuba at 2.1 and Bulgaria at 0.8. When looking at organized crime, Bulgaria has a higher index for mafia groups (4.5) compared to Cuba (4.0), but Cuba scores better in crime networks (2.5 vs. 6.5 for Bulgaria). Other organized crime indices show similar patterns, with Cuba generally having lower scores in areas like arms trafficking (1.5) compared to Bulgaria (3.5). Overall, while Cuba is a popular tourist destination, it is important for Bulgarian tourists to remain vigilant and informed about local safety conditions.