1 mission of Italy in Gambia: Vice Consulate of Italy in Banjul, Gambia. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Mehdi Bensouda, Honorary Vice-Consul (as of 2023)
Italy offers a compelling appeal for visitors from Gambia due to its rich history and culture. With iconic cities like Rome, Venice, and Florence, it attracts millions of tourists each year. A segment of the Gambian population, approximately 3 million, may find Italy to be an intriguing destination.
Italy is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Gambia. According to the Global Peace Index, Italy ranks 33rd out of 160 countries, indicating a relatively high level of safety compared to Gambia, which ranks 81st. While Italy is ranked 34th among 40 European countries for safety when walking alone at night, it has a significantly lower murder rate of 0.5 per 100,000 people, compared to Gambia, where data is not available. In terms of organized crime, Italy faces challenges, particularly from mafia groups, which are rated 9.0 on a scale where 1 is best and 10 is worst. However, the overall crime indices suggest that Gambia has higher levels of certain organized crime activities compared to Italy. Overall, while no destination is entirely without risk, Italy is considered safer for tourists than Gambia based on various safety and crime metrics.