1 mission of Iceland in Greece: Consulate General of Iceland in Athens, Greece. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Yannis Lyberopoulus, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Iceland offers a compelling mix of natural wonders and cultural experiences that can attract Greek travelers. With 2.0 million Greeks traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Iceland an appealing destination. The country's strong tourism infrastructure supports this potential interest.
Iceland is considered one of the safest countries in Europe for tourists, ranking 3rd out of 40 countries in terms of safety while walking alone at night, compared to Greece, which ranks 32nd. According to the Global Peace Index, Iceland is the safest country globally out of 160 nations, while Greece ranks 40th. In terms of crime statistics, Iceland has a lower murder rate (0.5 per 100,000 people) compared to Greece (0.9). Both countries have the same female murder rate of 0.6. Regarding organized crime, Iceland generally scores better than Greece in various categories. For example, mafia groups in Greece score 3.0 (better) compared to Iceland's 4.5, while state crime is rated 7.5 in Greece but only 2.0 in Iceland, indicating a significantly lower level of state-related crime in Iceland. Overall, tourists from Greece can feel safe visiting Iceland, as it has lower crime rates and higher safety rankings.