Embassy of Poland in Yerevan, Armenia; address Hanrapetutyan 44 a, 0010, Yerevan; phone +37410542491. Head of mission: Mr. Piotr Skwieciński.
Head of mission: Mr. Piotr Skwieciński, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Armenia, 1 May 2024)
Poland is an appealing destination for some Armenian travelers, thanks to its rich cultural history and stunning landscapes, such as the Tatra Mountains. With around 300,000 Armenians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Poland's cities like Krakow and Warsaw particularly attractive.
Poland is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Armenia. It ranks 20th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, although specific data for Armenia is not available. According to the Global Peace Index, Poland is ranked 32nd out of 160 countries, indicating a higher level of safety compared to Armenia, which ranks 74th. In terms of crime statistics, Poland has a lower murder rate of 0.7 per 100,000 people, compared to Armenia's 2.2. Additionally, female murder rates are also lower in Poland (0.4) than in Armenia (0.9). The Global Organized Crime Index shows that Poland generally has a more favorable rating than Armenia across various crime categories. For instance, Poland scores better in mafia groups (2.0 vs. 3.0) and human trafficking (5.5 vs. 3.5). Overall, while no country is without risk, Poland is statistically safer for tourists compared to Armenia.