1 mission of New Zealand in Finland: Consulate General of New Zealand in Helsinki, Finland. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Fredrik W Rosenlew, Honorary Consul General (as of 2015)
New Zealand offers captivating natural beauty and diverse cultural heritage, making it an appealing destination for some Finnish travelers. With 1.8 million Finns traveling abroad annually, there is potential interest among them in visiting New Zealand, despite fluctuations in foreign tourist numbers.
New Zealand is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Finland. According to the Global Peace Index, New Zealand ranks 4th out of 160 countries, indicating a high level of safety, while Finland ranks 13th. When comparing crime statistics, Finland has a lower murder rate (1.6 per 100,000 people) compared to New Zealand (2.6 per 100,000 people). However, both countries have similar rates of female murders (1.1 per 100,000 people). In terms of organized crime, Finland scores better in several categories, with lower indices indicating less prevalence of mafia groups and crime networks. For instance, Finland scores 3.0 for mafia groups and crime networks, while New Zealand scores 4.5 and 3.5, respectively. Overall, while both countries are relatively safe, tourists from Finland may find New Zealand to be a secure place to visit, though they should remain aware of their surroundings, as they would in any foreign country.