Embassy of France in Tehran, Iran; address 64 rue Neauphle-le-Château, Tehran; phone +982164094000. Head of mission: Mr. Philippe Thiebaud.
Head of mission: Mr. Philippe Thiebaud, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Iran (Islamic Republic of), 27 Nov 2024)
France is a premier global tourism destination, attracting millions of visitors annually. While it is highly popular overall, it may appeal to a segment of the 1.6 million Iranians who travel abroad each year, with some likely interested in visiting France.
France is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Iran. According to the Global Peace Index, France ranks 84th out of 160 countries, which is significantly safer than Iran, ranked 131st. In terms of murder rates, France has a rate of 1.1 per 100,000 people, compared to Iran's 2.2. While France ranks 40th among 40 European countries for safety when walking alone at night, it is still a safer destination overall. The Global Organized Crime Index shows that France has lower scores in various crime categories compared to Iran, indicating less organized crime and state crime issues. Overall, while no place is without risks, France is a safer option for tourists compared to Iran based on these statistics.
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