Consulate of France in Apia, Samoa
- Address: c/o Polynesian Xplorer; Malifa; P.O. Box 2271, Apia
- Phone: +68526940
- Fax: +68526941
- Email: zita@polynesianxplorer.com (verified)
Head of mission: Vaimasenu’u Zita Martel, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
1 mission of France in Samoa: Consulate of France in Apia, Samoa. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Vaimasenu’u Zita Martel, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
France is a top global tourism destination, attracting millions of visitors annually due to its vibrant and diverse appeal. While it may interest some of the approximately 100,000 Samoans who travel abroad each year, the overall attractiveness for visitors from Samoa is likely limited compared to other destinations.
France is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Samoa. According to safety rankings, France is 40th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, and it holds the 84th position in the Global Peace Index out of 160 countries. In terms of crime statistics, France has a lower murder rate of 1.1 per 100,000 people compared to Samoa's 6.6. While Samoa has lower scores in organized crime indices (with 1.0 being the best), France scores higher, indicating more organized crime activity. Overall, while France has some crime issues, particularly related to organized crime, it is statistically safer in terms of violent crime compared to Samoa. Tourists should remain vigilant and exercise common safety precautions while traveling.