Embassy of Kuwait in Yerevan, Armenia; address Yerevan, Yerevan; phone +37460508050. Head of mission: Mr. Khaled Alkhurainej.
Head of mission: Mr. Khaled Alkhurainej, Chargé d'Affaires (as listed in the diplomatic list of Georgia, 16 Sep 2024)
Also accredited to: Georgia
Kuwait offers a unique blend of attractions that could appeal to some Armenian visitors. While it sees fewer tourists than neighboring countries, it attracts affluent travelers who prefer luxury experiences, as indicated by high spending per visitor. Given that around 300,000 Armenians travel abroad annually, a portion of them may find Kuwait an interesting destination to explore.
Kuwait is considered a relatively safe destination for tourists, including those from Armenia. According to the Global Peace Index, Kuwait ranks 25th out of 160 countries, indicating a higher level of safety compared to Armenia, which ranks 74th. In terms of crime statistics, Kuwait has a low murder rate of 0.3 per 100,000 people, significantly lower than Armenia's rate of 2.2. While Kuwait has a higher female murder rate at 1.1 compared to Armenia's 0.9, overall violent crime is less prevalent in Kuwait. The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights differences in safety. Kuwait scores better in mafia presence (1.0 vs. Armenia's 3.0) but has higher scores for crime networks and state crime, indicating some organized crime activity. However, when it comes to human trafficking and smuggling, Kuwait has higher indices, suggesting more challenges in those areas. Overall, while there are some concerns, Kuwait is generally safer for tourists compared to Armenia based on various safety and crime metrics.