Embassy of South Africa in Madrid, Spain; address Edificio Lista, Calle Claudio Coello 91-6, Cnr of J Ortega y Gasset, 28006, Madrid; phone +34914363780.…
Also accredited to: Andorra
Head of mission: Mr. C Lerchundi, Honorary Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of South Africa, 15 Jan 2025)
Head of mission: Mr. Carlos José Lerchundi Laidler, Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Spain, 16 Sep 2024)
South Africa offers a unique blend of natural beauty and rich culture, making it an appealing option for some Spanish travelers. With 7 million Spaniards traveling abroad annually, there is potential for a notable number to choose South Africa as their destination, despite recent fluctuations in tourism.
South Africa presents a different safety landscape for tourists compared to Spain. Spain ranks 23rd in the Global Peace Index, while South Africa is significantly lower at 125th out of 160 countries. The murder rate in Spain is just 0.6 per 100,000 people, whereas South Africa's rate is alarmingly high at 41.9. In terms of organized crime, Spain generally scores better across various categories, with lower indices indicating less risk. For example, Spain's score for mafia groups is 6.0 compared to South Africa's 7.0, and for state crime, Spain scores 5.0 while South Africa scores 7.5. Overall, while many tourists visit South Africa without incident, it is advisable for travelers from Spain to remain vigilant and informed about their surroundings, as the safety conditions differ significantly between the two countries.