Embassy of Poland in Canberra, Australia; address 7 Turrana Street, 2600, Yarralumla; phone +61262721000. Head of mission: Mr. Marcin Kawałowski. Plus 6…
Head of mission: Mr. Marcin Kawałowski, Chargé d'Affaires (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Australia, 11 Nov 2024)
Also accredited to: Solomon Islands, Fiji
Head of mission: Mr. Andrzej Soszyński, Honorary Consul General (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Ms. Irena Anna Juszczyk, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Poland, 7 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Gosia Hill, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Dr. Theresa Elizabeth Lauf, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Poland, 7 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Ed Kremzer, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Poland, 7 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Paul Bitdorf, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Poland is an appealing destination for Australian travelers, thanks to its rich cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes. With millions of visitors each year, cities like Krakow and Warsaw, along with the stunning Tatra Mountains, attract attention. Among the 300,000 Australians who travel abroad annually, a portion may find Poland an intriguing option.
Poland is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Australia. According to the Global Peace Index, Poland ranks 32nd out of 160 countries, indicating a relatively high level of safety, though it is not as safe as Australia, which ranks 19th. In terms of safety while walking alone at night, Poland is ranked 20th among 40 European countries. Both Australia and Poland have similar murder rates, at 0.7 per 100,000 people. However, crime statistics indicate some differences in organized crime. Poland has a lower score for mafia groups (2.0) compared to Australia (5.0), but higher scores for human trafficking (5.5) and cannabis trade (5.5). Overall, while Poland has some crime challenges, it remains a safe choice for Australian tourists, especially in urban areas and popular tourist destinations.