Embassy of the United Kingdom in Astana, Kazakhstan; address 62 Kosmonavtov Str., Renco Building, 6 Floor, 020000, Astana; phone +77172556200.
The United Kingdom is a prominent and diverse tourist destination, celebrated for its extensive history, culture, and natural beauty. Although there has been a recent decline in visitor numbers, it still attracts considerable international interest, reflected in its strong tourism revenue. A segment of the 3.5 million Kazakh travelers who go abroad annually may find the UK appealing.
The United Kingdom is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Kazakhstan. According to the Global Peace Index, the UK ranks 34th out of 160 countries, indicating a relatively high level of safety, especially compared to Kazakhstan, which ranks 57th. While the UK is ranked 37th in safety for walking alone at night among 40 European countries, it still has a lower murder rate of 1.0 per 100,000 people compared to Kazakhstan's 3.2. In terms of organized crime, the UK has a higher score (indicating worse conditions) for crime networks and foreign crime but performs better in state crime and murder rates. Overall, while there are some crime concerns, the UK is safer than Kazakhstan in several key areas, making it a reasonable destination for tourists.
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