Embassy of Sri Lanka in Baghdad, Iraq; address Al Mansour-Al Da Sector 611- Street 34 – House 12, Baghdad; phone +9647704847458. Head of mission: Mr.…
Head of mission: Mr. Niranjan Asoka Ranasinghe, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Iraq, 16 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Dr. Ahmed Jelaladdin Mustefa, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sri Lanka, 3 Dec 2024)
Sri Lanka is an appealing travel destination for some Iraqis, thanks to its rich cultural heritage, lush landscapes, and tropical beaches. The island's UNESCO World Heritage Sites also enhance its attractiveness, though it currently sees a modest number of foreign visitors.
Sri Lanka is generally considered safer for tourists compared to Iraq. According to the Global Peace Index, Sri Lanka ranks 99th out of 160 countries, whereas Iraq is ranked 148th. The murder rates also reflect this difference, with Iraq having a rate of 10.1 per 100,000 people compared to Sri Lanka's 3.5. In terms of organized crime, Sri Lanka scores better in several categories: mafia groups (Sri Lanka 4.0 vs. Iraq 6.5), crime networks (5.0 vs. 7.5), and foreign crime (2.5 vs. 9.0). While no destination is without risks, the overall safety indicators suggest that Sri Lanka is a more secure option for tourists from Iraq.