Consulate of the Gambia in Schlieren, Switzerland
- Address: Bahnhofstrasse 6, 8952 Schlieren
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Head of mission: Ms. Maimuna Janneh Biteye, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 25 Oct 2024)
2 missions of Gambia in Switzerland: Consulate of the Gambia in Schlieren, Switzerland; Consulate of the Gambia in Zurich, Switzerland. Addresses, phones…
Head of mission: Ms. Maimuna Janneh Biteye, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 25 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Maimuna Janneh Biteye, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Gambia is an appealing destination for some Swiss travelers, offering a unique blend of culture and natural beauty along its picturesque coastline. With 6.1 million Swiss citizens traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Gambia's sun-kissed beaches and vibrant landscapes enticing for their next vacation.
Gambia's safety for tourists, including those from Switzerland, is relatively lower compared to Switzerland. While Switzerland ranks 7th in safety among European countries for walking alone at night, Gambia lacks specific data for such metrics. According to the Global Peace Index, Gambia is ranked 81st out of 160 countries, significantly lower than Switzerland's 6th place. In terms of crime statistics, Switzerland has a very low murder rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people, while Gambia's statistics are not available. The Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Gambia faces challenges with organized crime, scoring higher in areas such as crime networks (6.5) and human trafficking (7.0) compared to Switzerland's much lower scores (4.0 and 5.0, respectively). Overall, while Gambia can be a rewarding destination, tourists should exercise caution and stay informed about local safety conditions.