Embassy of Libya in Colombo, Sri Lanka; address 120 Horton Place, 00700, Colombo; phone +112691549. Head of mission: Mr. Nasser Alfurjani.
Head of mission: Mr. Nasser Alfurjani, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sri Lanka, 27 Nov 2024)
Libya offers a unique and largely unexplored tourism experience, featuring diverse landscapes, rich historical sites, and a stunning Mediterranean coastline. While its tourism infrastructure is still developing and hospitality services are selective, it could appeal to a segment of the 300,000 Sri Lankans who travel abroad annually. Some of these travelers may find Libya an intriguing destination.
Libya is generally considered less safe for tourists compared to Sri Lanka. According to the Global Peace Index, Libya ranks 126th out of 160 countries, while Sri Lanka is ranked 99th. Additionally, while specific murder rates for Libya are not available, Sri Lanka's murder rate is 3.5 per 100,000 people, with a female murder rate of 2.2. The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights the safety concerns, with Libya scoring significantly worse in various categories: mafia groups (Libya 8.0 vs. Sri Lanka 4.0), crime networks (Libya 7.5 vs. Sri Lanka 5.0), and human trafficking (Libya 9.5 vs. Sri Lanka 5.5). These statistics indicate a higher prevalence of organized crime and violence in Libya, making it a riskier destination for tourists from Sri Lanka.