Embassy of Albania in Moscow, Russia; address Ulica Mytnaja, dom 3, kvartira 8, 109004, Moskva; phone +74959823852. Head of mission: Mr. Genc Pecani. Plus 1…
Head of mission: Mr. Genc Pecani, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Albania, 10 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Patrik Svensson, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Albania is increasingly appealing to Russian visitors, thanks to its growing tourism industry, varied infrastructure, and rich cultural heritage. With 12.4 million Russians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Albania an attractive destination.
Albania is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Russia. In terms of safety while walking alone at night, Albania ranks 28th out of 40 countries, which is comparable to Russia's ranking of 30th. According to the Global Peace Index, Albania is ranked 42nd out of 160 countries, significantly safer than Russia, which ranks 154th. When looking at murder rates, Albania has a lower rate at 2.3 per 100,000 people compared to Russia's 6.8. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Albania at 0.8 and Russia at 3.3. However, Albania faces challenges with organized crime, as indicated by the Global Organized Crime Index. While both countries have high indices for crime networks, Albania's scores for various crime categories are generally lower than those of Russia, suggesting a different landscape of organized crime. Overall, while Albania has some crime concerns, it is statistically safer than Russia in several key areas, making it a viable destination for Russian tourists.