Embassy of Albania in Stockholm, Sweden; address Capllavägen 7, 181 32; phone +4687310920. Head of mission: Mr. Albert Jerasi.
Head of mission: Mr. Albert Jerasi, Chargé d'affaires a.i. (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Sweden, 12 Jun 2026)
Albania is increasingly appealing to Swedish travelers, thanks to its growing tourism industry, diverse infrastructure, and rich cultural heritage. With 4.2 million Swedes traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Albania an interesting destination worth exploring.
Albania is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Sweden. In terms of safety while walking alone at night, Albania ranks 28th out of 40 countries, which is better than Sweden's rank of 36th. According to the Global Peace Index, Albania is ranked 42nd out of 160 countries, making it comparably safe to Sweden, which ranks 39th. However, when looking at murder rates, Albania has a higher rate at 2.3 per 100,000 people compared to Sweden's 1.1. Additionally, various organized crime indices indicate that Albania faces challenges with organized crime, scoring higher than Sweden in several categories, such as mafia presence and crime networks. Overall, while Albania has some safety concerns, it is still a viable destination for Swedish tourists, who should remain aware of their surroundings and take standard precautions.