Embassy of Hungary in Muscat, Oman; address Al Rawaq Building 2nd floor Office no. 209 Way No: 207 Building 10 Street 7 Block 205 Plot 20 Al Qurum, Muscat…
Head of mission: H.E. Dr. Barnabas Fodor, Ambassador (as of 2025)
Head of mission: Saud Hamad Al Taie, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Hungary offers a rich mix of cultural and natural experiences that can appeal to visitors from Oman. With its captivating capital, Budapest, known for its luxurious thermal baths and beautiful architecture, the country presents a unique blend of historical and contemporary attractions. Given that 1.1 million Omanis travel abroad annually, there is potential interest among some of them in exploring Hungary as a travel destination.
Hungary is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Oman. It ranks 16th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. According to the Global Peace Index, Hungary is the 14th safest country out of 160 globally, which is better than Oman's ranking of 37th. In terms of crime statistics, Hungary has a murder rate of 0.8 per 100,000 people compared to Oman's 0.2. However, both countries have low overall crime rates. The Global Organized Crime Index shows that both Oman and Hungary have a score of 1.0 for mafia groups, indicating low presence, while Hungary has slightly higher scores in other crime categories. Overall, while there are some differences in crime rates and types, Hungary is considered a safe destination for tourists.