Embassy of Kuwait in Nicosia, Cyprus; address Nicosia, Nicosia; phone +35722465566. Head of mission: Mr. Abdullah Musaed Alkhorafi.
Head of mission: Mr. Abdullah Musaed Alkhorafi, Ambassador (as of 2022)
Kuwait offers a distinctive blend of tourism attractions that may appeal to some visitors from Cyprus. While it receives fewer foreign tourists than neighboring countries, it attracts affluent travelers who prioritize luxury experiences, as indicated by high spending per visitor. With around 500,000 Cypriots traveling abroad annually, a segment of this population may find Kuwait an intriguing destination.
Kuwait is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Cyprus. While there is no specific data on safety for walking alone at night in Kuwait, the Global Peace Index ranks Kuwait 25th out of 160 countries, indicating a relatively high level of safety compared to Cyprus, which ranks 86th. In terms of crime statistics, Kuwait has a lower murder rate (0.3 per 100,000 people) compared to Cyprus (1.3). Both countries have the same female murder rate (1.1). Regarding organized crime, Kuwait scores better in mafia presence (1.0) compared to Cyprus (3.5), but has higher indices for crime networks (6.0), state crime (6.0), and human trafficking (8.0). Overall, while both countries have their challenges, Kuwait is statistically safer in terms of murder rates and organized crime presence. Tourists from Cyprus can generally feel secure while visiting Kuwait.