1 mission of Finland in Albania: Consulate of Finland in Tirana, Albania. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Bardhyl Minxhozi, Honorary Consul (as listed in the diplomatic list of Finland, 15 Nov 2024)
Finland is an appealing destination for some Albanian visitors due to its stunning landscapes and rich culture. Although tourist arrivals have fluctuated recently, the country's natural beauty and cultural offerings continue to attract interest. With 4.2 million Albanians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Finland to be an intriguing option.
Finland is considered one of the safest countries in Europe for tourists, including those coming from Albania. It ranks 8th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, significantly safer than Albania, which ranks 28th. Additionally, according to the Global Peace Index, Finland is ranked 13th out of 160 countries, again surpassing Albania, which is ranked 42nd. In terms of crime statistics, Finland has a lower murder rate of 1.6 per 100,000 people compared to Albania's 2.3. While Finland has a higher rate of female murders (1.1) than Albania (0.8), overall violent crime is lower in Finland. The Global Organized Crime Index also indicates that Finland has a much lower prevalence of organized crime, with indices showing Albania scoring higher in various categories, such as mafia groups (7.0 vs. Finland's 3.0) and crime networks (7.5 vs. Finland's 3.0). Overall, tourists from Albania can feel safe visiting Finland, given its low crime rates and high safety rankings.