Embassy of France in Nicosia, Cyprus; address 14-16 Saktouri Street - 2e étage - Agioi Omologitai, 1080, Nicosia; phone +35722585300. Head of mission: Mrs.…
Head of mission: Mrs. Clélia Chevrier Kolačko, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Cyprus, 1 Sep 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Sozos-Christos Theodoulou, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr Christakis P. Papavassiliou, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Georgios Mitsis, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
France is a premier global tourism destination, attracting millions of visitors annually. While it may appeal to some Cypriots, with around 500,000 traveling abroad each year, only a portion are likely to choose France as their destination.
France presents a mixed safety profile for tourists from Cyprus. While it ranks 40th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, indicating lower safety compared to Cyprus, which is 11th, other metrics suggest a more balanced view. According to the Global Peace Index, France is ranked 84th out of 160 countries, slightly safer than Cyprus at 86th. In terms of murder rates, both countries are relatively safe, with Cyprus at 1.3 per 100,000 people and France at 1.1. Additionally, France has lower female murder rates compared to Cyprus. When considering organized crime, Cyprus generally fares better in various categories, such as mafia presence and drug trade, with lower indices indicating better safety. However, France has a lower score in state crime. Overall, while tourists may need to exercise caution in certain areas of France, the country remains a popular destination with many safe regions to explore.