Embassy of Spain in Yerevan, Armenia; address Aram Street 72, 0001, Yerevan; phone +37443812652. Head of mission: Ms. Cristina Conesa Sancho. Plus 1 other…
Head of mission: Ms. Cristina Conesa Sancho, Chargé d'Affaires (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Armenia, 1 May 2024)
Head of mission: Mrs. Armine Adamyan, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Spain is an appealing destination for some Armenian travelers, thanks to its rich culture and stunning landscapes. As the third most visited country globally, it attracts millions each year, and among the 300,000 Armenians who travel abroad annually, a portion may find Spain particularly enticing.
Spain is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Armenia. According to the Global Peace Index, Spain ranks 23rd out of 160 countries, indicating a high level of safety compared to Armenia, which ranks 74th. In terms of crime statistics, Spain has a lower murder rate of 0.6 per 100,000 people, compared to Armenia's 2.2. Additionally, Spain's safety ranking for walking alone at night is 22nd among 40 European countries, although specific data for Armenia is not available. While Spain does have some organized crime challenges, its overall crime indices are higher than those of Armenia, suggesting a relatively safer environment. For example, Spain's indices for mafia groups and crime networks are 6.0 and 6.5, respectively, while Armenia's are 3.0. Overall, tourists from Armenia can feel relatively safe when visiting Spain.