Embassy of Sweden in Athens, Greece; address Vassileos Konstantinou 7, 106 74, Athina; phone +302107266100. Plus 4 other missions.
Head of mission: Ms. Sirmatenia Paraschaki, Honorary Consul (as listed in the diplomatic list of Sweden, 21 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Konstantinos Cheirdaris, Honorary Consul (as of 2026)
Head of mission: Mr. Andreas Metaxas, Honorary Consul (as listed in the diplomatic list of Sweden, 21 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: John Akkas, Honorary Consul (as of 2026)
Sweden is an appealing destination for some Greek travelers due to its stunning landscapes and lively cities, supported by a strong tourism infrastructure. While it attracts a modest number of international visitors, its reputation as a quality niche destination may entice a portion of the 2 million Greeks who travel abroad annually.
Sweden is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Greece. However, there are some differences in safety rankings. According to a safety ranking for walking alone at night, Sweden is ranked 36th out of 40 countries, while Greece is ranked 32nd, indicating that Greece may be slightly safer in this regard. In terms of overall safety, the Global Peace Index ranks Sweden 39th out of 160 countries, which is comparable to Greece's 40th position. Looking at crime statistics, Sweden has a murder rate of 1.1 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than Greece's rate of 0.9. Female murder rates are lower in both countries, with Greece at 0.6 and Sweden at 0.5. Regarding organized crime, Greece has a lower index for mafia groups (3.0) compared to Sweden (5.5), while both countries have similar scores for crime networks (6.5 for Greece and 5.5 for Sweden). Overall, while there are some differences in specific safety metrics, both Sweden and Greece are relatively safe for tourists. Travelers should remain aware of their surroundings and exercise standard safety precautions in any country.