Embassy of France in Islamabad, Pakistan; address Diplomatic Enclave G5, Islamabad; phone +92512011414. Head of mission: Mr Nicolas Galey. Plus 4 other…
Head of mission: Mr Nicolas Galey, Ambassador (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Jean-Yves Berthault, Consul General (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Raza Kuli Khan Khattak, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
France is a top global tourism destination, attracting millions of visitors annually. Its vibrant culture and diverse attractions make it appealing, particularly to a segment of Pakistan's population of 236 million.
France is relatively safe for tourists, including those from Pakistan. According to safety rankings, France is 40th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, but it is significantly safer than Pakistan, which is ranked 138th globally in the Global Peace Index (France is 84th). In terms of murder rates, France has a rate of 1.1 per 100,000 people, compared to Pakistan's 4.0. Additionally, while both countries have similar scores for mafia groups (6.0), France generally has lower scores in organized crime indices, indicating a safer environment in several categories, such as state crime (France: 3.0 vs. Pakistan: 7.0) and human trafficking (France: 6.0 vs. Pakistan: 8.0). Overall, while no destination is without risk, France offers a safer experience for tourists compared to Pakistan.