1 mission of Latvia in Sri Lanka: Consulate General of Latvia in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Vernon Manil Fernando, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sri Lanka, 27 Nov 2024)
Latvia offers a unique blend of cultural richness and natural beauty, making it an appealing destination for some Sri Lankan travelers. With approximately 300,000 Sri Lankans traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Latvia's strategic location and developed tourism infrastructure attractive for their travels.
Latvia is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Sri Lanka. It ranks 30th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, indicating a relatively peaceful environment. In terms of safety while walking alone at night, Latvia is ranked 25th among 40 European countries, though specific data for Sri Lanka is not available. When comparing murder rates, Latvia has a slightly lower rate at 3.0 per 100,000 people, compared to Sri Lanka's 3.5. However, Latvia has a higher rate of female murders at 3.6 compared to Sri Lanka's 2.2. According to the Global Organized Crime Index, Latvia generally scores better in various crime categories compared to Sri Lanka, particularly in state crime and flora crime. Overall, while no place is without risk, Latvia appears to be a safer choice for tourists compared to Sri Lanka.