Embassy of Portugal in Panama City, Panama; address Torre Optima Ave Samuel Lewis y Calle 55 Este Piso 12 Oficina 1 Obarrio, Panama City; phone +3876589.
Also accredited to: Costa Rica
Portugal is an appealing destination for visitors from Panama, thanks to its rich culture and stunning landscapes. Although the popularity of the country has varied, recent trends show a modest increase in foreign tourism. With around 400,000 Panamanians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Portugal particularly interesting to explore.
Portugal is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Panama. 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 worldwide, significantly safer than Panama, which ranks 94th. In terms of crime statistics, Portugal has a low murder rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people, compared to Panama's rate of 12.7. Additionally, the rates for female murders are 0.6 in Portugal versus 2.0 in Panama. When examining organized crime, Portugal scores better on several indices, with lower scores indicating less crime. For example, Portugal has a mafia group index of 4.5 compared to Panama's 7.5, and a state crime index of 4.5 versus Panama's 7.5. Overall, tourists from Panama can feel relatively safe when visiting Portugal, given its lower crime rates and favorable safety rankings.