Embassy of Portugal in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; address Kirkos Kifle Ketema, Kebele-20, H.No. 1146, Addis Ababa; phone +251526899. Head of mission: Luís de…
Head of mission: Luís de Barros, Ambassador (as of 2015)
Portugal is a vibrant destination known for its cultural richness and natural beauty, appealing to millions of tourists worldwide. Despite some fluctuations in tourism trends, recent data shows a gentle rebound in foreign arrivals. This makes Portugal an appealing option for a segment of Ethiopia's population of 123 million.
Portugal is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Ethiopia. It ranks 15th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Portugal is the 7th safest country out of 160 globally, significantly safer than Ethiopia, which ranks 142nd. In terms of crime statistics, Portugal has a much lower murder rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people compared to Ethiopia's 8.8. Additionally, while both countries face organized crime issues, Portugal generally has better indices across various categories, indicating a lower prevalence of serious crime. For example, Portugal's index for mafia groups is 4.5, while Ethiopia's is 2.0, and for human trafficking, Portugal's is 4.5 compared to Ethiopia's 6.0. Overall, tourists from Ethiopia can feel relatively safe when visiting Portugal, though standard travel precautions should always be taken.