Embassy of France in Guatemala City, Guatemala; address 5A Avenida 8-59 - Zona 14 - Edificio COGEFAR, 01009, Ciudad de Guatemala; phone +50224217370. Plus 1…
Also accredited to: Belize
Head of mission: Emmanuelle le Dirach, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
France is a top global tourism destination, attracting millions of visitors annually. While it may appeal to some Guatemalan travelers, only a portion of the 400,000 Guatemalans who travel abroad each year are likely to choose France as their destination.
France is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Guatemala. While France ranks 40th among 40 European countries for safety when walking alone at night, it is still much safer than Guatemala, which ranks 115th globally according to the Global Peace Index. In terms of murder rates, France has a significantly lower rate at 1.1 per 100,000 people compared to Guatemala's 20.0. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with France at 0.7 and Guatemala at 6.1. Regarding organized crime, France has lower indices in several categories compared to Guatemala, indicating a safer environment. For example, in state crime, France scores 3.0, while Guatemala scores 7.0. Overall, tourists from Guatemala can expect a safer experience in France, despite some concerns about safety in urban areas.