Consulate of Guinea-Bissau in Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Address: Buenos Aires
- Phone: +541153535300
- Fax: +541153535300
- Email: montielconsulhonorario@yahoo.com.ar
Head of mission: Mr Enrique Montiel, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Guinea-Bissau in Argentina
1 mission of Guinea-Bissau in Argentina: Consulate of Guinea-Bissau in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Frequently asked questions
How attractive is Guinea Bissau as a destination for visitors from Argentina?
Guinea-Bissau offers a unique and relatively unexplored tourism experience on the West African coast, which could appeal to some Argentine travelers. Although tourism contributes modestly to the country's economy, the allure of discovering a lesser-known destination may attract a portion of the approximately 800,000 Argentines who travel abroad annually.
Please answer the following question: How safe is Guinea Bissau for tourists coming from Argentina?
Guinea Bissau is generally considered less safe for tourists compared to Argentina. According to the Global Peace Index, Guinea Bissau ranks 83rd out of 160 countries, while Argentina ranks 46th. In terms of murder rates, Argentina has a rate of 4.6 per 100,000 people, whereas Guinea Bissau has a lower rate of 1.1. However, crime statistics indicate higher risks in organized crime and state crime in Guinea Bissau, with indices showing that crime networks and state crime are rated worse than in Argentina. Overall, while the murder rate is lower in Guinea Bissau, the broader context of organized crime and safety concerns suggests that tourists from Argentina should exercise caution when considering travel to Guinea Bissau.