Embassy of Sri Lanka in Beirut, Lebanon; address 929, Mar Roukoz Street; phone +5769585. Head of mission: Mr. Kapila Jayaweera.
Head of mission: Mr. Kapila Jayaweera, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sri Lanka, 3 Dec 2024)
Sri Lanka is an appealing travel destination for some Lebanese visitors, thanks to its rich cultural heritage, lush landscapes, tropical beaches, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. While it attracts a modest number of international tourists, it holds particular interest for a segment of Lebanon's 6 million population.
Sri Lanka is generally considered safer for tourists compared to Lebanon. According to the Global Peace Index, Sri Lanka ranks 99th out of 160 countries, while Lebanon is ranked 132nd. In terms of murder rates, Sri Lanka has a rate of 3.5 per 100,000 people, compared to Lebanon's 1.9. However, the higher rate in Sri Lanka indicates that while it is safer overall, caution is still advised. Regarding organized crime, Lebanon scores higher than Sri Lanka in several categories, indicating more significant challenges in that area. For instance, Lebanon has a mafia groups index of 6.0, while Sri Lanka's is 4.0. In terms of foreign crime, Lebanon scores 8.0 compared to Sri Lanka's 2.5, suggesting that Sri Lanka has a lower prevalence of foreign criminal activity. Overall, while both countries have their safety concerns, tourists from Lebanon may find Sri Lanka to be a relatively safer destination.