Embassy of Austria in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; address Suite 10.1-2, Level 10, Wisma Goldhill, 67, Jalan Raja Chulan, 50200, Kuala Lumpur; phone…
Also accredited to: Brunei Darussalam
Head of mission: Mr Berthold Jungwirth, Honorary Consul (as of 2024)
Austria offers a diverse range of cultural and natural attractions, making it a notable European destination. Its breathtaking Alpine scenery and the historic allure of Vienna appeal to many travelers. While it may attract a segment of Malaysia's 34 million population, its overall appeal to Malaysian visitors may vary.
Austria is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Malaysia. It ranks 14th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Austria is the 3rd safest country in the world, compared to Malaysia, which ranks 10th. Both Austria and Malaysia have similar murder rates of 0.7 per 100,000 people. However, Austria has lower rates of female murders (0.9) compared to Malaysia, where data is not available. In terms of organized crime, Austria scores better than Malaysia in several categories. For instance, Austria has a mafia group index of 2.0 (with 1 being the best), while Malaysia scores 4.5. Other crime indices also show Austria performing better in areas such as human trafficking and flora crime. Overall, tourists from Malaysia can feel relatively safe while visiting Austria, as it has lower crime rates and a higher safety ranking compared to Malaysia.