1 mission of Norway in Sierra Leone: Consulate General of Norway in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Harish Agnani, Honorary Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Norway, 6 Dec 2024)
Norway offers a captivating experience for travelers, featuring stunning fjords and rugged landscapes that appeal to nature lovers. With a thriving tourism industry that welcomes over a million international visitors each year, it could be an enticing option for some of the 100,000 Sierra Leoneans who travel abroad annually.
Norway is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Sierra Leone. It ranks 18th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Norway is ranked 28th out of 160 countries, indicating a higher level of safety compared to Sierra Leone, which ranks 64th. In terms of crime statistics, Norway has a significantly lower murder rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people, compared to Sierra Leone's rate of 2.1. Additionally, Norway scores better in various organized crime indices, with lower scores indicating less crime and safer conditions. Overall, tourists from Sierra Leone can expect a relatively safe environment while visiting Norway.