1 mission of Cyprus in Panama: Consulate General of Cyprus in Panama City, Panama. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Orestes Fintiklis, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Cyprus, 29 Nov 2024)
Cyprus is an appealing destination for some visitors from Panama due to its rich cultural heritage and strategic location in the Mediterranean. With around 400,000 Panamanians traveling abroad annually, there is potential interest among them in exploring Cyprus.
Cyprus is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Panama. It ranks 11th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. The Global Peace Index places Cyprus at 86th out of 160 countries, which is safer than Panama, ranked 94th. In terms of crime statistics, Cyprus has a significantly lower murder rate of 1.3 per 100,000 people compared to Panama's 12.7. Additionally, various organized crime indices indicate that Cyprus has lower scores for mafia groups, crime networks, and state crime compared to Panama. Overall, while no country is without risks, Cyprus presents a safer environment for tourists than Panama.