Embassy of Sri Lanka in Kathmandu, Nepal; address P.O. Box 8802 Shiva Ashish Nivas, 44600, Kathmandu; phone +14720623.
Sri Lanka is an appealing travel destination for some Nepalese visitors, thanks to its rich cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes. With 1.2 million Nepalese traveling abroad annually, a portion may be attracted to Sri Lanka's tropical beaches and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Sri Lanka is generally safe for tourists, but it has a higher crime rate compared to Nepal. According to the Global Peace Index, Sri Lanka ranks 99th out of 160 countries, while Nepal ranks 78th. The murder rate in Sri Lanka is 3.5 per 100,000 people, compared to Nepal's 2.1. In terms of organized crime, Sri Lanka has slightly better scores in mafia groups (4.0 vs. Nepal's 4.5) and foreign crime (2.5 vs. Nepal's 7.0), but higher scores in state crime (7.0 vs. 8.5) and human trafficking (5.5 vs. 7.0). Overall, while Sri Lanka is a popular tourist destination, travelers should remain vigilant and take standard safety precautions.