1 mission of Sri Lanka in Lithuania: Consulate of Sri Lanka in Vilnius, Lithuania. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Elijus Burgis, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sri Lanka, 3 Dec 2024)
Sri Lanka is an appealing travel destination for some Lithuanian visitors, thanks to its rich cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes. The island's tropical beaches and UNESCO World Heritage Sites attract international tourists, and with around 700,000 Lithuanians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Sri Lanka an intriguing option.
Sri Lanka's safety for tourists from Lithuania can be assessed through various rankings and crime statistics. Lithuania ranks 31st in the Global Peace Index, while Sri Lanka is 99th out of 160 countries, indicating that it is generally less safe. In terms of murder rates, Lithuania has a lower rate of 2.6 per 100,000 people compared to Sri Lanka's 3.5. Additionally, Lithuania reports fewer female murders (1.5) than Sri Lanka (2.2). The Global Organized Crime Index also reflects a higher level of organized crime in Sri Lanka, with indices indicating more severe issues in categories such as state crime (7.0 for Sri Lanka vs. 4.0 for Lithuania) and human trafficking (5.5 for Sri Lanka vs. 3.5 for Lithuania). Overall, while many tourists visit Sri Lanka without incident, it is advisable for Lithuanian tourists to remain cautious and informed about their surroundings, as the safety environment differs from that in Lithuania.