Embassy of Hungary in Valletta, Malta; address Europa Centre Level 3 Office 18A Triq Sant' Anna 58, Floriana; phone +35621244310. Plus 1 other mission.
Head of mission: Mr. Dávid Ferenc Szesztai, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. (as of 2023)
Hungary is an appealing destination for Maltese travelers, offering a rich tapestry of cultural and natural experiences. Budapest, known for its luxurious thermal baths and beautiful architecture, combines historical charm with contemporary attractions. With around 200,000 Maltese traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Hungary an intriguing option for their travels.
Hungary is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Malta. It ranks 16th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, making it safer than Malta, which ranks 26th. Additionally, Hungary holds the 14th position in the Global Peace Index among 160 countries, although there is no available data for Malta in this context. In terms of crime statistics, Hungary has a murder rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people, compared to Malta's lower rate of 0.4. However, the rates of female murders are also low in both countries, with Hungary at 0.5. When evaluating organized crime, Hungary scores better in mafia presence (1.0 vs. Malta's 1.5) and crime networks (4.0 vs. Malta's 7.0). Other crime indices show some variations, but overall, Hungary appears to offer a relatively safe environment for tourists.