Embassy of Kuwait in Canberra, Australia; address Canberra, Canberra; phone +61262867777. Head of mission: Mr. Bassam M M Y Alqabandi.
Head of mission: Mr. Bassam M M Y Alqabandi, Ambassador (as of 2022)
Kuwait offers a distinctive blend of tourism opportunities, particularly appealing to affluent travelers seeking luxury experiences. While it attracts fewer foreign tourists than neighboring countries, the high spending per visitor indicates its potential appeal. With around 300,000 Australians traveling abroad annually, some may find Kuwait an intriguing destination worth exploring.
Kuwait is generally considered safe for tourists, ranking 25th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, while Australia ranks 19th. The murder rate in Kuwait is lower than in Australia, at 0.3 per 100,000 people compared to Australia's 0.7. However, the rate of female murders is higher in Kuwait (1.1) than in Australia (0.4). In terms of organized crime, Kuwait scores better in mafia presence (1.0) but has higher indices for state crime (6.0) and human trafficking (8.0) compared to Australia. Other crime categories show Kuwait with higher scores, indicating more challenges in those areas. Overall, while Kuwait is relatively safe, tourists should remain aware of the differences in crime dynamics compared to Australia.