Embassy of Portugal in Bucharest, Romania; address 55 Paris St., Bucharest; phone +40212304136. Head of mission: Mr. Paulo Jorge Sousa da Cunha Alves.
Head of mission: Mr. Paulo Jorge Sousa da Cunha Alves, Ambassador (as of 2023)
Also accredited to: Moldova (Republic of)
Portugal is an appealing destination for Romanian visitors, thanks to its rich culture and stunning landscapes. Although tourism trends have varied, recent data shows a gradual increase in foreign arrivals. With 11.6 million Romanians traveling abroad annually, a portion of them may find Portugal an attractive option for their travels.
Portugal is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Romania. It ranks 15th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, making it safer than Romania, which ranks 19th. According to the Global Peace Index, Portugal is the 7th safest country out of 160, compared to Romania's 36th position. In terms of crime statistics, Portugal has a lower murder rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people, compared to Romania's 1.3. Additionally, the rates of female murders are also lower in Portugal (0.6) than in Romania (0.8). Regarding organized crime, both countries have similar indices, but Portugal generally scores slightly worse in some areas, such as crime networks and state crime. However, it is important to note that Portugal has lower indices for human trafficking and smuggling compared to Romania. Overall, tourists from Romania can feel relatively safe visiting Portugal, as the country has a better safety profile and lower crime rates.