Embassy of France in Baku, Azerbaijan; address 7 rue Rassul Rza, 1000, Baku; phone +994124908100. Head of mission: Mrs. Anne Boillon.
Head of mission: Mrs. Anne Boillon, Ambassador (as of 2023)
France is a top global tourism destination, attracting millions of visitors annually. While it may appeal to some Azerbaijani travelers, only a portion of the 1 million Azerbaijanis who travel abroad each year may choose to visit France.
France is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Azerbaijan. According to safety rankings, France is 40th among 40 European countries regarding safety while walking alone at night. The Global Peace Index ranks France 84th out of 160 countries, which is safer than Azerbaijan, ranked 104th. In terms of crime statistics, France has a lower murder rate of 1.1 per 100,000 people compared to Azerbaijan's 1.9. Additionally, female murder rates are also lower in France (0.7) than in Azerbaijan (1.3). While both countries face organized crime challenges, France has a slightly higher index for mafia groups and crime networks (6.0 and 6.5 respectively) compared to Azerbaijan (5.5). However, France scores better in state crime (3.0 vs. 7.5) and has lower indices for human trafficking and smuggling. Overall, while there are safety considerations in any travel, France is statistically safer than Azerbaijan for tourists.