Embassy of Georgia in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; address Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, Al-Woroud District, Prince Faisal Bin Saad Bin Abdulrahman st. N 60…
Head of mission: Mr. Nikoloz Revazishvili, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Oman, 20 Nov 2024)
Georgia offers a compelling blend of natural beauty and rich culture, making it an appealing destination for some Saudi travelers. With 4.8 million Saudis traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Georgia an attractive option despite recent fluctuations in international visitor numbers.
Georgia is relatively safe for tourists, including those from Saudi Arabia. According to the Global Peace Index, Georgia ranks 98th out of 160 countries, while Saudi Arabia is ranked 100th, indicating similar safety levels. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Georgia is 1.9 per 100,000 people, compared to Saudi Arabia's 0.8. However, Georgia has lower indices for organized crime, with a score of 2.5 for mafia groups and 3.0 for crime networks, compared to Saudi Arabia's 3.0 and 6.5 respectively. Overall, while Georgia has a higher murder rate, its organized crime indices suggest a safer environment for tourists.