Embassy of Ireland in Ankara, Turkey; address Ugur Mumcu Caddesi No.88 MNG Binasi A&B Blok Kat 1, 06700; phone +903124591000. Head of mission: Ms. Clare…
Head of mission: Ms. Clare Brosnan, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Turkey, 22 Nov 2024)
Also accredited to: Azerbaijan
Head of mission: Mr. Mehmet Seçkin Arkan, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Ireland, 1 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Dr James Geary, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Bulent Akgerman, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Ireland offers a captivating experience for Turkish travelers, featuring stunning landscapes and a rich cultural heritage. With 2.7 million Turks traveling internationally each year, a portion may find Ireland an appealing destination due to its lush countryside, historic sites, and unique cultural atmosphere.
Ireland is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Türkiye. While it ranks 35th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, Türkiye ranks slightly better at 31st. However, according to the Global Peace Index, Ireland is one of the safest countries in the world, ranked 2nd out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Türkiye, which ranks 137th. In terms of crime statistics, Ireland has a much lower murder rate at 0.4 per 100,000 people compared to Türkiye's 2.5. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Ireland at 0.3 and Türkiye at 1.0. The Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Ireland generally has lower levels of organized crime compared to Türkiye, with lower scores in various categories such as mafia groups, state crime, and human trafficking. Overall, while both countries have their safety concerns, Ireland is considered safer for tourists than Türkiye based on these various metrics.