2 missions of Slovenia in Portugal: Consulate of Slovenia in Funchal, Portugal; Consulate of Slovenia in Porto, Portugal. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. João Maurício Marques, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Portugal, 1 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Francisco Silva de Calheiros e Menezes, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Slovenia is an appealing destination for Portuguese travelers, showcasing a blend of cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and modern hospitality. With around 1 million Portuguese traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Slovenia's unique offerings attractive.
Slovenia is considered one of the safest countries in Europe for tourists, including those from Portugal. It ranks 2nd out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, significantly safer than Portugal, which ranks 15th. According to the Global Peace Index, Slovenia is ranked 9th out of 160 countries, while Portugal is slightly higher at 7th. In terms of crime statistics, Slovenia has a lower murder rate of 0.4 per 100,000 people compared to Portugal's 0.8. Both countries have similar rates for female murders at 0.6 per 100,000. When examining organized crime, Slovenia generally scores better in several categories, such as mafia groups (3.0 for Slovenia vs. 4.5 for Portugal) and arms trafficking (3.5 vs. 4.0). However, Slovenia has higher scores in state crime (6.0) compared to Portugal (4.5). Overall, Slovenia is a safe destination for Portuguese tourists, with lower crime rates and a high level of safety.