Embassy of Israel in Belgrade, Serbia; address Bulevar kneza Aleksandra Karađorđevića 47, Beograd; phone +381113643500. Head of mission: Ms. Avivit Bar-Ilan.
Head of mission: Ms. Avivit Bar-Ilan, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Serbia, 24 Oct 2024)
Also accredited to: Montenegro
Israel offers a dynamic and diverse tourism landscape that appeals to a segment of Serbia's 7 million population. While it may not rank highly in overall tourist arrivals, it features unique niche offerings that can attract visitors, contributing positively to its tourism economy.
Israel's safety for tourists from Serbia can be assessed through various statistics. Serbia ranks 13th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, indicating a relatively high level of safety. In contrast, Israel is ranked 152nd out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, suggesting it is less safe than Serbia, which ranks 53rd. Regarding murder rates, Serbia has a lower rate at 1.1 per 100,000 people compared to Israel's 1.9. Female murder rates are similar, with Serbia at 0.7 and Israel at 0.6. In terms of organized crime, Serbia generally scores worse than Israel in various categories, such as mafia groups (Serbia 6.0 vs. Israel 5.5) and crime networks (Serbia 7.0 vs. Israel 4.0). However, both countries face challenges with organized crime. Overall, while Israel has certain safety concerns, particularly reflected in its Global Peace Index ranking, tourists from Serbia can generally navigate the country with awareness and caution.