Embassy of Egypt in Jakarta, Indonesia; address Jl. Teuku Umar No. 68, Menteng, 10310; phone +62213193114. Head of mission: Mr. Yasser Hassan Farah Elshemy.
Head of mission: Mr. Yasser Hassan Farah Elshemy, Ambassador (as of 2024)
Egypt is an appealing destination for some Indonesian travelers, given its rich history and cultural heritage. With around 500,000 Indonesians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Egypt's unique attractions worth exploring, despite recent fluctuations in its tourism sector.
Egypt's safety for tourists, including those from Indonesia, can be assessed through various crime statistics. According to the Global Peace Index, Egypt is ranked 103rd out of 160 countries, indicating a lower safety level compared to Indonesia, which ranks 47th. In terms of murder rates, Egypt has a rate of 2.6 per 100,000 people, while Indonesia's rate is significantly lower at 0.6. Additionally, Egypt reports a female murder rate of 0.5, whereas data for Indonesia is not available. The Global Organized Crime Index also highlights differences between the two countries. For instance, Egypt has a higher state crime index (8.0) compared to Indonesia (7.5), indicating more issues with state-related crime. Other crime indices show that Egypt generally has higher risks in areas such as arms trafficking (7.0) and drug-related crimes, while Indonesia tends to score better in categories like mafia groups (6.0) and human trafficking (6.5). Overall, while Egypt offers rich cultural experiences, tourists from Indonesia should be aware of the higher crime rates and safety concerns compared to their home country.