Embassy of Egypt in Bratislava, Slovakia; address Panská 14, 811 01, Bratislava; phone +421252964462. Head of mission: Mr. Walid Mohamed Ismail Mahmoud.
Head of mission: Mr. Walid Mohamed Ismail Mahmoud, Ambassador (as of 2026)
Egypt is an appealing destination for some Slovak visitors, given its rich history and cultural significance. With around 1 million Slovaks traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Egypt an intriguing choice for their travels. Despite recent fluctuations in tourism, Egypt's sector remains vital to its economy and offers diverse opportunities for cultural exchange.
Egypt's safety for tourists from Slovakia can be assessed through various metrics. While Slovakia is ranked 12th in safety among 40 European countries when walking alone at night, there is no comparable data for Egypt. The Global Peace Index places Egypt at 103rd out of 160 countries, significantly lower than Slovakia's 27th position. In terms of crime statistics, Slovakia has a murder rate of 1.0 per 100,000 people, while Egypt's rate is higher at 2.6. Female murder rates are relatively low in both countries, with Slovakia at 0.6 and Egypt at 0.5. The Global Organized Crime Index indicates that both countries have a similar score for mafia groups (3.0), but Egypt scores worse in state crime (8.0 compared to Slovakia's 6.5). Other crime indices show Slovakia generally performing better than Egypt, particularly in arms trafficking and drug-related crimes. In summary, while Egypt has its attractions, tourists from Slovakia should be aware that it is generally less safe than Slovakia, with higher crime rates and lower safety rankings. Caution and awareness are advisable when traveling there.