Embassy of Sri Lanka in Yangon, Myanmar; address 34 Taw Win Street, 11101, Yangon; phone +18222812. Head of mission: Mrs. Prabashini Ponnamperuma.
Head of mission: Mrs. Prabashini Ponnamperuma, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sri Lanka, 3 Dec 2024)
Sri Lanka is an appealing travel destination for some visitors from Myanmar, particularly due to its rich cultural heritage, beautiful landscapes, tropical beaches, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. While it attracts a modest number of international tourists, it holds unique appeal for a segment of Myanmar's population of 54 million.
Sri Lanka is generally considered safer for tourists compared to Myanmar. According to the Global Peace Index, Sri Lanka ranks 99th out of 160 countries, while Myanmar is ranked 145th. The murder rate in Sri Lanka is significantly lower, at 3.5 per 100,000 people, compared to Myanmar's 28.4. Additionally, the Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Myanmar faces higher levels of organized crime, with indices such as mafia groups (Myanmar: 9.0, Sri Lanka: 4.0) and human trafficking (Myanmar: 6.5, Sri Lanka: 5.5) reflecting this disparity. Overall, tourists from Myanmar can expect a safer environment in Sri Lanka.