Embassy of Greece in Stockholm, Sweden; address Kommendörsgatan 16, 114 48; phone +4685456601. Head of mission: Ms Ekaterini Fountoulaki. Plus 1 other…
Head of mission: Ms Ekaterini Fountoulaki, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sweden, 7 Apr 2025)
Head of mission: Mr. Christos Kakazoukis, Honorary Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sweden, 23 Oct 2024)
Greece is a highly appealing destination for Swedish visitors, thanks to its stunning islands, rich cultural heritage, and diverse landscapes. With 4.2 million Swedes traveling abroad annually, a notable portion is likely to be drawn to Greece's unique blend of history and natural beauty.
Greece is generally considered safe for tourists from Sweden. It ranks 32nd out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, which is better than Sweden's 36th position. According to the Global Peace Index, Greece is ranked 40th out of 160 countries, while Sweden is slightly better at 39th, indicating similar levels of safety. In terms of homicide rates, Greece has a lower murder rate (0.9 per 100,000) compared to Sweden (1.1 per 100,000). However, female murder rates are slightly higher in Greece (0.6) than in Sweden (0.5). When looking at organized crime, Greece has a lower score for mafia groups (3.0) compared to Sweden (5.5), indicating a lesser presence of organized crime. However, Greece scores higher on state crime (7.5) and crime networks (6.5) than Sweden. Overall, while there are some differences in crime statistics, Greece remains a relatively safe destination for Swedish tourists.