Embassy of Georgia in Jakarta, Indonesia; address Jalan Denpasar Barat Block C6/19A, 12950; phone +622129410842. Head of mission: Irakli Asashvili.
Head of mission: Irakli Asashvili, Ambassador (as of 2015)
Also accredited to: Singapore, Philippines, Timor-Leste
Georgia offers a compelling mix of natural beauty and rich culture, making it an appealing destination for some Indonesian travelers. With around 500,000 Indonesians traveling abroad annually, a portion of this group may find Georgia an attractive option despite recent fluctuations in international visitor numbers.
Georgia is generally safe for tourists, but it has a higher crime rate compared to Indonesia. According to the Global Peace Index, Georgia ranks 98th out of 160 countries, while Indonesia ranks 47th. The murder rate in Georgia is 1.9 per 100,000 people, compared to Indonesia's low rate of 0.6. In terms of organized crime, Georgia scores better in some areas, such as mafia groups (Georgia 2.5 vs. Indonesia 6.0) and human smuggling (Georgia 2.0 vs. Indonesia 6.0). However, Indonesia has lower scores in most crime categories, indicating a generally safer environment. Overall, while Georgia is relatively safe, visitors from Indonesia should remain vigilant and aware of their surroundings, as the crime rates are higher than what they may be accustomed to.