Embassy of the United Kingdom in Asmara, Eritrea; address 66-68 Mariam Ghimbi Street, Asmara; phone +2911120145. Head of mission: Mr. David McIlroy.
Head of mission: Mr. David McIlroy, Chargé d'Affaires Ad Interim (confirmed in the diplomatic list of United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, 30 Nov 2024)
The United Kingdom is a diverse and historically rich destination that appeals to many international tourists. Although there has been a recent decline in visitor numbers, it still attracts considerable interest, as evidenced by its substantial tourist revenue. For a segment of Eritrea's population of 4 million, the UK remains an intriguing travel option.
The United Kingdom is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Eritrea. While it ranks 37th out of 40 European countries for safety when walking alone at night, it holds a better position in the Global Peace Index, ranking 34th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Eritrea, which ranks 134th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in the UK is 1.0 per 100,000 people, with a female murder rate of 0.6. Unfortunately, there is no available data for Eritrea in these categories. According to the Global Organized Crime Index, the UK has a mixed profile: it scores better than Eritrea in state crime (3.0 vs. 9.5) and arms trafficking (3.5 vs. 6.5), but worse in areas like foreign crime (8.0 vs. 2.5) and human smuggling (5.0 vs. 9.5). Overall, while there are some safety concerns, the UK is a relatively safe place for tourists compared to Eritrea.
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