1 mission of Portugal in Eswatini: Consulate of Portugal in Mbabane, Eswatini. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Carlos Madureira Lopez, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Portugal is an appealing destination for visitors from Eswatini, offering a rich cultural and natural landscape that attracts millions of tourists worldwide. Despite some fluctuations in tourism trends, recent data shows a gradual increase in foreign arrivals. With around 300,000 Swazis traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Portugal an intriguing option for their travels.
Portugal is considered a very safe destination for tourists, including those from Eswatini. It ranks 15th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night and is 7th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, indicating a high level of safety compared to Eswatini, which ranks 101st. In terms of crime statistics, Portugal has a significantly lower murder rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people, compared to Eswatini's rate of 12.7. Additionally, various crime indices show that Portugal generally has higher scores (indicating worse conditions) than Eswatini in organized crime categories, but overall, Portugal remains a safer environment for tourists. Overall, travelers from Eswatini can feel secure while visiting Portugal, as it is recognized as one of the safest countries in the world.