1 mission of Ukraine in Costa Rica: Consulate of Ukraine in San Jose, Costa Rica. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Walter Xavier Niehaus Bonilla, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Costa Rica, 29 Nov 2024)
Ukraine offers a rich cultural and historical experience, making it an appealing destination for some Costa Rican travelers. With around 600,000 Costa Ricans traveling internationally each year, a portion may find Ukraine's unique attractions worth exploring.
Ukraine is currently considered less safe for tourists compared to Costa Rica. According to the Global Peace Index, Ukraine ranks 156th out of 160 countries, while Costa Rica is ranked 56th. In terms of murder rates, Costa Rica has a rate of 11.4 per 100,000 people, compared to Ukraine's 3.8. Additionally, the Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Ukraine faces higher levels of state crime (8.0) and organized crime challenges compared to Costa Rica (1.5). While both countries have crime networks, Ukraine's index for crime networks is 7.0, higher than Costa Rica's 6.0. Overall, while Ukraine has lower murder rates, the broader context of crime and safety suggests that tourists from Costa Rica should exercise caution when considering travel to Ukraine.