Embassy of Latvia in Cairo, Egypt; address 8th Floor, Abou El Feda Building, 3 Abou El Feda Street, Zamalek, 4271002; phone +2027384188. Head of mission…
Head of mission: Mr. Andris Razāns, Ambassador (as of 2023)
Also accredited to: Jordan
Latvia offers a unique blend of cultural richness and natural beauty, making it an appealing destination for some Egyptian travelers. Its strategic location and strong tourism infrastructure enhance its attractiveness in the global tourism market, potentially appealing to a segment of Egypt's 111 million population.
Latvia is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Egypt. It ranks 30th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, indicating a relatively high level of safety compared to Egypt, which ranks 103rd. In terms of safety while walking alone at night, Latvia is ranked 25th among 40 European countries, though specific data for Egypt is not available. Regarding crime statistics, Latvia has a murder rate of 3.0 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than Egypt's rate of 2.6. However, the rates of female murders are notably higher in Latvia at 3.6 compared to Egypt's 0.5. The Global Organized Crime Index also shows that Latvia has lower scores in various crime categories compared to Egypt, particularly in state crime (Latvia 2.0, Egypt 8.0) and resource crime (Latvia 2.0, Egypt 4.0). Overall, while both countries have their challenges, Latvia is statistically safer for tourists than Egypt.