2 missions of Latvia in Indonesia: Consulate of Latvia in Bandung, Indonesia; Consulate of Latvia in Jakarta, Indonesia. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Jahja Santoso, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Latvia, 4 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Ayub Dwi Pranata Junus, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Latvia, 4 Dec 2024)
Latvia offers a unique blend of cultural richness and natural beauty, making it an appealing destination for some Indonesian travelers. With 500,000 Indonesians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Latvia's dynamic tourism landscape attractive. Its strategic location and strong tourism infrastructure further enhance its appeal in the global market.
Latvia is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Indonesia. According to the Global Peace Index, Latvia ranks 30th out of 160 countries, indicating a relatively high level of safety compared to Indonesia, which ranks 47th. In terms of walking alone at night, Latvia is ranked 25th among 40 European countries, although specific data for Indonesia is not available. When looking at murder rates, Latvia has a rate of 3.0 per 100,000 people, while Indonesia has a significantly lower rate of 0.6. However, Latvia's female murder rate is 3.6, which is notable. The Global Organized Crime Index shows that Latvia generally has lower indices for organized crime compared to Indonesia, indicating a safer environment in this regard. For example, Latvia scores better in areas such as state crime (2.0 for Latvia vs. 7.5 for Indonesia) and flora crime (1.0 for Latvia vs. 7.5 for Indonesia). Overall, while both countries have their challenges, Latvia is considered safer for tourists compared to Indonesia based on various safety and crime metrics.