1 mission of Netherlands in Botswana: Consulate of the Netherlands in Gaborone, Botswana. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Ruud Jansen, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
The Netherlands is an appealing destination for some visitors from Botswana, thanks to its famous canals, tulip fields, windmills, and historic cities. Its unique combination of urban sophistication and rustic charm draws millions of tourists annually, making it an interesting option for a segment of Botswana's 3 million population.
The Netherlands is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Botswana. It ranks 9th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, the Netherlands is the 18th safest country out of 160 globally, significantly safer than Botswana, which ranks 49th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in the Netherlands is notably low at 0.7 per 100,000 people, compared to Botswana's rate of 10.5. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with the Netherlands at 0.4 and Botswana at 7.6. When examining organized crime, Botswana has lower indices for mafia groups (1.0) and state crime (3.0), while the Netherlands scores higher in some areas, such as crime networks (6.0) and human trafficking (5.5). However, overall, the crime environment in the Netherlands is still considered safer than that of Botswana. In summary, tourists from Botswana can feel relatively safe visiting the Netherlands, given its lower crime rates and high safety rankings.