Embassy of Cyprus in Belgrade, Serbia; address Krunska 9, 11000, Beograd; phone +381113225450. Head of mission: Mr. Andreas Photiou. Plus 1 other mission.
Head of mission: Mr. Andreas Photiou, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Cyprus, 29 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Dusan Kovacevic, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Cyprus, 29 Nov 2024)
Cyprus is a compelling destination for a segment of Serbia's 7 million population, thanks to its rich cultural heritage and strategic location in the Mediterranean. The island attracts a significant number of international visitors, making it an appealing choice for travel and cultural exchange.
Cyprus is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Serbia. It ranks 11th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, which is comparable to Serbia's 13th position. However, according to the Global Peace Index, Cyprus is ranked 86th out of 160 countries, while Serbia is ranked 53rd, indicating that Serbia is perceived as safer in this context. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Cyprus is slightly higher at 1.3 per 100,000 people compared to Serbia's 1.1. Additionally, the rates of female murders are also higher in Cyprus (1.1) than in Serbia (0.7). When examining organized crime indices, Cyprus generally scores better in categories like mafia presence (3.5 for Cyprus vs. 6.0 for Serbia) and arms trafficking (2.5 for Cyprus vs. 7.5 for Serbia). However, in areas like foreign crime and human trafficking, Cyprus scores slightly worse. Overall, while both countries have their safety concerns, Cyprus is relatively safe for tourists, including those from Serbia.