Embassy of Sweden in Astana, Kazakhstan; address Astana Tower 17th floor, 12 Samal Microdistrict, 020000, Astana; phone +77172591805. Head of mission: Ms.…
Head of mission: Ms. Ewa Polano, Ambassador (as listed in the diplomatic list of Sweden, 21 Nov 2024)
Also accredited to: Tajikistan
Head of mission: Mr. Nourlan U. Mamyrov, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Sweden offers a captivating experience for travelers, featuring stunning landscapes and lively cities, supported by a strong tourism infrastructure. While it attracts a modest number of international visitors, it stands out as a niche destination known for quality experiences. A portion of the 3.5 million Kazakhstanis who travel abroad annually may find Sweden to be an appealing option.
Sweden is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Kazakhstan. According to the Global Peace Index, Sweden ranks 39th out of 160 countries, indicating a relatively high level of safety. In comparison, Kazakhstan ranks 57th, suggesting that Sweden is safer overall. When looking at crime statistics, Sweden has a lower murder rate of 1.1 per 100,000 people, compared to Kazakhstan's 3.2. Additionally, Sweden has lower rates of female murders, with 0.5 per 100,000 compared to Kazakhstan's 1.6. In terms of organized crime, Sweden has higher indices for mafia groups and crime networks (5.5) compared to Kazakhstan (3.5 and 4.0, respectively), but it scores better in state crime (2.5 vs. Kazakhstan's 6.0). While Sweden is not the safest in Europe, it is safer than Kazakhstan in several key areas, making it a relatively safe option for tourists.