Embassy of Spain in Bratislava, Slovakia; address Prepoštská 10, 811 01, Bratislava; phone +421254415724. Head of mission: Ms. Lorea Arribalzaga Ceballos.…
Head of mission: Ms. Lorea Arribalzaga Ceballos, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Slovakia, 1 Aug 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Mustafa Al Sabouni, Honorary Consul (as of 2024)
Spain is highly attractive to visitors from Slovakia due to its vibrant culture and stunning landscapes. As the third most visited country globally, it offers a rich mix of historical heritage and natural beauty. With around 1 million Slovaks traveling abroad annually, a significant number may choose Spain as their destination.
Spain is generally safe for tourists from Slovakia, though it has a slightly lower safety ranking for walking alone at night, where it ranks 22nd compared to Slovakia's 12th. However, Spain is considered quite safe overall, ranking 23rd out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, which is comparable to Slovakia's 27th position. In terms of crime statistics, Spain has a lower murder rate (0.6 per 100,000 people) than Slovakia (1.0). The indices from the Global Organized Crime Index show that Slovakia generally fares better in organized crime categories, but Spain has lower rates of certain violent crimes. Overall, while there are some differences in safety rankings and crime statistics, Spain remains a safe destination for Slovakian tourists.