Embassy of Cyprus in Tel Aviv, Israel; address 26 Pinkas Street, Tel Aviv-Yafo; phone +97235229823. Head of mission: Mr. Theodoros Gotsis. Plus 2 other…
Head of mission: Mr. Theodoros Gotsis, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Cyprus, 29 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Michael Ganor, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Leon Koffler, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Cyprus is an appealing destination for some Israeli travelers, given its rich cultural heritage and strategic location in the Mediterranean. With 3 million Israelis traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Cyprus to be an attractive option for their trips.
Cyprus is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Israel. It ranks 11th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, although specific data for Israel is not available. According to the Global Peace Index, Cyprus is ranked 86th out of 160 countries, which is significantly safer than Israel, ranked 152nd. In terms of crime statistics, Cyprus has a lower murder rate (1.3 per 100,000 people) compared to Israel (1.9). Additionally, while both countries face organized crime challenges, Cyprus has a better score for mafia groups (3.5 vs. 5.5 for Israel) and state crime (4.0 vs. 5.0). Overall, tourists can feel relatively secure while visiting Cyprus.