High Commission of New Zealand in New Delhi, India; address Sir Edmund Hillary Marg Chanakyapuri, 110021, New Delhi; phone +911146883170. Head of mission…
Head of mission: Mr. Patrick John Rata, High Commissioner (confirmed in the diplomatic list of India, 16 Nov 2024)
Also accredited to: Nepal
Head of mission: Mr. Grahan Paul Rouse, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of India, 16 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Lakshminarayan Ganesh, Honorary Consul (as listed in the diplomatic list of India, 16 Nov 2024)
New Zealand offers captivating natural beauty and a rich cultural heritage, making it an appealing destination for Indian visitors. Although tourist numbers have varied, spending patterns indicate significant opportunities in the tourism sector. With 8.6 million Indians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find New Zealand an intriguing destination.
New Zealand is considered one of the safest countries for tourists, including those from India. It ranks 4th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, significantly safer than India, which ranks 114th. In terms of crime rates, the murder rate in New Zealand is 2.6 per 100,000 people, slightly lower than India's rate of 2.9. Additionally, the rate of female murders is also lower in New Zealand (1.1) compared to India (2.5). According to the Global Organized Crime Index, New Zealand generally has lower indices for various forms of organized crime compared to India. For example, state crime is rated at 1.5 in New Zealand, while it is 6.0 in India. Other categories, such as human trafficking and resource crime, also show New Zealand as having a lower risk. Overall, tourists from India can feel relatively safe visiting New Zealand, given its favorable safety rankings and lower crime statistics.