Embassy of India in Madrid, Spain; address Avenida Pio XII 30-32, 28016, Madrid; phone +34913098882. Head of mission: Dinesh Kumar Patnaik. Plus 4 other…
Head of mission: Dinesh Kumar Patnaik, Ambassador (as of 2025)
Also accredited to: Andorra
Head of mission: Mr. Luis Valeriano González Pérez, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Gope Mahtani, Honorary Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of India, 1 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Inbasekar Sundaramurthi, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Spain, 16 Sep 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Gope Bhagwandas Mahtani Harjani, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Spain, 16 Sep 2024)
India offers a rich blend of cultural heritage, natural beauty, and modern amenities, making it an appealing destination for some Spanish travelers. With 7 million Spaniards traveling abroad annually, there is potential interest in exploring India's iconic landmarks and diverse ecosystems.
India presents certain safety challenges for tourists compared to Spain. While Spain ranks 22nd out of 40 European countries for safety when walking alone at night, there is no comparable data for India. According to the Global Peace Index, Spain is ranked 23rd, whereas India is significantly lower at 114th out of 160 countries. In terms of crime statistics, Spain has a murder rate of 0.6 per 100,000 people, while India's rate is 2.9. For female murders, Spain's rate is 0.4 compared to India's 2.5. The Global Organized Crime Index also highlights differences, with Spain generally scoring better across various crime categories. For example, Spain has lower indices for mafia groups (6.0 vs. 3.5 in India) and crime networks (6.5 vs. 6.0). Overall, while many tourists visit India safely, it is advisable for those coming from Spain to remain vigilant and informed about their surroundings.