Embassy of Israel in Helsinki, Finland; address Yrjönkatu 36, 6th floor, 00100, Helsinki; phone +35896812020. Head of mission: Mrs Hagit Ben-Yaakov. Plus 1…
Head of mission: Mrs Hagit Ben-Yaakov, Ambassador (as listed in the diplomatic list of Israel, 1 Dec 2024)
Also accredited to: Estonia
Head of mission: Manlio Dorrejo, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Israel offers a diverse and vibrant tourism experience that can appeal to Finnish travelers. While it may not rank among the top destinations globally, it has developed unique attractions that contribute to its tourism economy. With 1.8 million Finns traveling abroad annually, a segment of this population may find Israel an appealing destination.
Israel's safety for tourists, including those from Finland, presents a mixed picture. While Finland ranks 8th in safety for walking alone at night among 40 European countries, there is no comparable data for Israel. The Global Peace Index places Israel at 152nd out of 160 countries, indicating lower safety compared to Finland, which ranks 13th. In terms of crime statistics, Finland has a murder rate of 1.6 per 100,000 people, while Israel's rate is slightly higher at 1.9. Female murder rates are lower in Israel at 0.6 compared to Finland's 1.1. The Global Organized Crime Index shows Finland performing better across various crime categories, with lower indices indicating less organized crime and state crime compared to Israel. For instance, Finland scores 3.0 for mafia groups and crime networks, while Israel scores 5.5 and 4.0 respectively. Overall, while tourists from Finland can visit Israel, they should remain aware of the different safety levels and potential risks compared to their home country.