1 mission of Slovenia in Uruguay: Consulate General of Slovenia in Montevideo, Uruguay. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Carlos Borba, Honorary Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Uruguay, 4 Dec 2019)
Slovenia is an appealing destination for some Uruguayan travelers, thanks to its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and modern hospitality. With 2.2 million Uruguayans traveling abroad each year, a portion may find Slovenia an intriguing option for their travels.
Slovenia is considered very safe for tourists, including those from Uruguay. It ranks 2nd out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Slovenia is the 9th safest country globally, significantly safer than Uruguay, which ranks 51st. In terms of crime statistics, Slovenia has a murder rate of 0.4 per 100,000 people, compared to Uruguay's 8.9. Additionally, the rates of female murders are also lower in Slovenia (0.6) than in Uruguay (2.3). The Global Organized Crime Index further illustrates the safety difference, with Slovenia scoring higher (indicating worse conditions) in areas like state crime (6.0) and foreign crime (5.0) compared to Uruguay's scores (2.0 and 2.5, respectively). However, overall, Slovenia is a safer destination for travelers.