1 mission of Cyprus in Iceland: Consulate of Cyprus in Reykjavik, Iceland. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Sigurdur Kristinsson, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Cyprus, 29 Nov 2024)
Cyprus is an appealing destination for some Icelandic travelers, given its rich cultural heritage and strategic location in the Mediterranean. With around 100,000 Icelanders traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Cyprus an intriguing option for their travels.
Cyprus is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Iceland. It ranks 11th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, though it is less safe than Iceland, which ranks 3rd. According to the Global Peace Index, Cyprus is ranked 86th out of 160 countries, again lower than Iceland, which is the safest. In terms of crime statistics, Cyprus has a murder rate of 1.3 per 100,000 people, compared to Iceland's very low rate of 0.5. Female murder rates are also higher in Cyprus (1.1) than in Iceland (0.6). The Global Organized Crime Index shows that while Cyprus has some organized crime issues, it still scores relatively well compared to many countries. For example, its scores for mafia groups (3.5) and state crime (4.0) indicate moderate concerns, but these are significantly better than the worst scores. Overall, while Cyprus is not as safe as Iceland, it remains a relatively safe option for tourists.