Embassy of the United Kingdom in Stockholm, Sweden; address Skarpögatan 6-8, 115 27; phone +4686713000. Head of mission: Mrs Samantha Louise Job. Plus 3…
Head of mission: Mrs Samantha Louise Job, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sweden, 7 Apr 2025)
Head of mission: Mr. Lars Wiklund, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Claes Eric Ljung, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Thor William Persson, Honorary Consul (as listed in the diplomatic list of Sweden, 23 Oct 2024)
The United Kingdom is a diverse and historically rich destination that appeals to international tourists. Although there has been a recent decline in visitor numbers, it still attracts considerable interest, as indicated by its strong tourist revenue. With 4.2 million Swedes traveling abroad annually, a portion of them may find the UK an appealing destination.
The United Kingdom is generally considered safe for tourists from Sweden. According to safety rankings, the UK is ranked 37th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, which is similar to Sweden's ranking of 36th. However, in terms of overall safety, the UK ranks 34th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, compared to Sweden's 39th position. When looking at murder rates, both countries have low rates, with Sweden at 1.1 per 100,000 people and the UK slightly lower at 1.0. In terms of organized crime, the UK has a higher score in some areas, such as crime networks and foreign crime, indicating more challenges in those aspects compared to Sweden. However, both countries have their strengths and weaknesses in various crime categories. Overall, while there are some safety concerns, the UK remains a relatively safe destination for Swedish tourists.
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