Embassy of Sri Lanka in Brasilia, Brazil; address SHIS QI26, Conjunto 11, Casa 18, Lago Sul, 71670-110; phone +35413481. Head of mission: H.E. Mr. Musthafa…
Head of mission: H.E. Mr. Musthafa Mohamed Jaffeer, Ambassador (as of 2025)
Head of mission: Mr Sohaku Raimundo C‚sar Bastos, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Eduardo Pereira de Oliveira, Honorary Consul (as of 2024)
Sri Lanka is an appealing travel destination for some Brazilian visitors, thanks to its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes. The island offers tropical beaches and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which can attract a portion of the 10.6 million Brazilians who travel abroad annually.
Sri Lanka is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Brazil. According to the Global Peace Index, Sri Lanka ranks 99th out of 160 countries, which is safer than Brazil's ranking of 129th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Sri Lanka is significantly lower at 3.5 per 100,000 people, compared to Brazil's 22.5. Additionally, the rates of female murders are also lower in Sri Lanka (2.2) than in Brazil (3.5). When examining organized crime, Sri Lanka has lower indices in several categories compared to Brazil. For example, the mafia groups index is 4.0 for Sri Lanka versus 7.5 for Brazil, and the crime networks index is 5.0 for Sri Lanka compared to 6.5 for Brazil. Overall, while no destination is without risks, Sri Lanka presents a safer environment for tourists than Brazil based on these metrics.