Consulate of Sri Lanka in Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Address: Buenos Aires
- Phone: +541143726133
Head of mission: Mr. Raul Simon Loeb, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
1 mission of Sri Lanka in Argentina: Consulate of Sri Lanka in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Raul Simon Loeb, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Sri Lanka is an appealing travel destination for some Argentine visitors due to its rich cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes. With around 800,000 Argentines traveling abroad annually, a portion may be attracted to its tropical beaches and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Sri Lanka's safety for tourists from Argentina can be assessed through various crime indices. According to the Global Peace Index, Sri Lanka ranks 99th out of 160 countries, significantly lower than Argentina, which ranks 46th. In terms of murder rates, Sri Lanka has a rate of 3.5 per 100,000 people, slightly lower than Argentina's 4.6. However, female murder rates are higher in Sri Lanka at 2.2 compared to Argentina's 1.3. The Global Organized Crime Index shows that both countries have similar scores for mafia groups (4.0), but Sri Lanka scores higher in state crime (7.0) and human smuggling (6.0) compared to Argentina (5.0 and 3.0, respectively). Additionally, Sri Lanka faces challenges with the heroin trade (6.0) and human trafficking (5.5), while Argentina has lower scores in these areas. Overall, while Sri Lanka has some safety concerns, particularly regarding organized crime and certain types of violence, it is generally safe for tourists. Travelers should remain vigilant and informed about their surroundings, as they would in any destination.