1 mission of Kazakhstan in Sri Lanka: Consulate of Kazakhstan in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Ruwanpura Eshana Uvindra de Silva, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Kazakhstan offers a unique blend of cultural and natural attractions, making it an intriguing option for some Sri Lankan travelers. With around 300,000 Sri Lankans traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Kazakhstan's diverse landscapes and rich heritage appealing, despite the country's currently modest tourist arrival numbers.
Kazakhstan is considered relatively safe for tourists, including those from Sri Lanka. It ranks 57th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, which is significantly better than Sri Lanka's ranking of 99th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rates are comparable: Kazakhstan has a murder rate of 3.2 per 100,000 people, while Sri Lanka's is slightly higher at 3.5. Additionally, female murder rates are lower in Kazakhstan (1.6) compared to Sri Lanka (2.2). Regarding organized crime, Kazakhstan generally has lower indices than Sri Lanka in several categories, such as mafia groups (Kazakhstan 3.5 vs. Sri Lanka 4.0) and arms trafficking (Kazakhstan 2.0 vs. Sri Lanka 5.0). However, both countries face challenges with human trafficking and drug trade. Overall, Kazakhstan presents a safer environment for tourists compared to Sri Lanka, based on these metrics.