1 mission of Sri Lanka in Jamaica: Consulate of Sri Lanka in Kingston, Jamaica. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Ms. Marjorie Lamont Henriques, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sri Lanka, 3 Dec 2024)
Sri Lanka is an appealing travel destination for some Jamaicans, thanks to its rich cultural heritage, lush landscapes, and beautiful tropical beaches. The presence of UNESCO World Heritage Sites further enhances its attractiveness, although it currently sees a modest number of foreign visitors.
Sri Lanka is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Jamaica. According to the Global Peace Index, Sri Lanka ranks 99th out of 160 countries, while Jamaica ranks 89th, indicating that Sri Lanka has a slightly lower safety ranking. When examining crime statistics, Sri Lanka has a significantly lower murder rate at 3.5 per 100,000 people compared to Jamaica's 52.1. Additionally, the rates of female murders are also lower in Sri Lanka (2.2) than in Jamaica (9.3). In terms of organized crime, Sri Lanka scores better than Jamaica in several categories, with lower indices for mafia groups (4.0 vs. 8.0) and crime networks (5.0 vs. 7.5). However, Jamaica has higher scores in areas such as state crime and foreign crime. Overall, while both countries have their challenges, Sri Lanka presents a safer environment for tourists compared to Jamaica, particularly in terms of violent crime.