Embassy of Kazakhstan in Washington, D.C., United States; address 1401 16th Street NW, 20036, Washington; phone +12022325488. Head of mission: Yerzhan…
Head of mission: Yerzhan Ashikbayev, Ambassador (as of 2021)
Head of mission: Kazihanov Erjan Hozeevich, Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Azamat Abdraimov, Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Paris J. Theriot, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr Howard Dahl, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Steven Charles Jaffe, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Emmanuil Grinshpun, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Emmanuil Grinshpun, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Kazakhstan presents a unique and emerging appeal for American travelers, featuring a blend of vast steppes and majestic mountains. While it currently sees a limited number of tourists, the country's rich culture and diverse natural attractions offer significant potential. With 33.5 million Americans traveling abroad annually, there is a segment of this population that may find Kazakhstan an intriguing destination.
Kazakhstan is considered a relatively safe destination for tourists from the United States. According to the Global Peace Index, it ranks 57th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than the U.S., which ranks 130th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Kazakhstan is 3.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.8 in the United States. For female murders, the rates are 1.6 in Kazakhstan and 2.9 in the U.S. Additionally, the Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Kazakhstan has lower scores in several crime categories compared to the U.S., suggesting a lower prevalence of organized crime. Overall, while no place is without risk, Kazakhstan presents a safer environment for tourists relative to the United States.
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