Embassy of New Zealand in Tehran, Iran; address No 11 Yekta Street Bahar Street Shahid Fallahi Street Valie Asr Avenue, Tajrish; phone +982122735962. Head…
Head of mission: Mr. Michael Wohi, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Iran (Islamic Republic of), 27 Nov 2024)
New Zealand offers captivating natural beauty and a rich cultural heritage, making it an appealing destination for some Iranian travelers. With 1.6 million Iranians traveling abroad annually, there is potential interest in visiting New Zealand, despite fluctuations in foreign tourist numbers.
New Zealand is considered one of the safest countries in the world, ranked 4th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, significantly safer than Iran, which is ranked 131st. According to the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, the murder rates are relatively similar, with New Zealand at 2.6 per 100,000 people and Iran at 2.2. However, New Zealand has lower organized crime indices across various categories, indicating a safer environment for tourists. For example, New Zealand scores better in state crime (1.5 vs. Iran's 9.5) and human trafficking (3.5 vs. Iran's 7.5). Overall, tourists from Iran can feel relatively safe visiting New Zealand.
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