Embassy of Israel in Minsk, Belarus; address 5th Floor, Bay Walk Mall, Minsk; phone +375172304444. Head of mission: Zeev Ben Arie.
Head of mission: Zeev Ben Arie, Ambassador (as of 2015)
Israel offers a diverse and dynamic tourism landscape that can appeal to some visitors from Belarus. While it may not rank highly in overall tourist arrivals, it features unique attractions that contribute to its economic vitality. With around 500,000 Belarusians traveling abroad annually, a portion of them may find Israel an appealing destination.
Israel's safety for tourists from Belarus can be assessed through various crime and safety indices. Belarus ranks 38th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, indicating some concerns. In contrast, Israel is ranked 152nd out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, suggesting it is less safe than Belarus, which is ranked 110th. Murder rates show that Belarus has a rate of 2.4 per 100,000 people, while Israel has a slightly lower rate of 1.9. Female murder rates are also lower in Israel (0.6) compared to Belarus (1.7). According to the Global Organized Crime Index, Belarus has a better score for mafia groups (4.0) compared to Israel (5.5), while both countries have similar scores for crime networks (Belarus 5.0, Israel 4.0). However, Belarus scores significantly worse in state crime (9.0) compared to Israel (5.0). Overall, while Israel has certain safety concerns, it also has lower murder rates and some organized crime indices compared to Belarus. Tourists should remain aware of their surroundings and follow local advice for a safe visit.