Embassy of Montenegro in Tirana, Albania; address Abdi Toptani Street 8, Tiranë; phone +35542261309. Head of mission: Ms. Ivana Bulatović Boljević. Plus 1…
Head of mission: Ms. Ivana Bulatović Boljević, III Secretary (as listed in the diplomatic list of Montenegro, 4 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Sokol Hoxha, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Montenegro is an appealing destination for many Albanian visitors, thanks to its beautiful Adriatic coastline and mountainous landscapes. With 4.2 million Albanians traveling abroad annually, a portion of them is likely to consider Montenegro, which plays a significant role in the tourism sector and economy of the region.
Montenegro is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Albania. It ranks 10th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, significantly safer than Albania, which ranks 28th. According to the Global Peace Index, Montenegro is ranked 35th out of 160 countries, again safer than Albania, which is ranked 42nd. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rates are similar, with Albania at 2.3 per 100,000 people and Montenegro at 2.4. However, Montenegro has a lower rate of female murders (0.6) compared to Albania (0.8). Regarding organized crime, both countries face challenges, but Montenegro generally has slightly better indices in some areas. For instance, in terms of crime networks, Montenegro scores 7.0 while Albania scores 7.5. Overall, tourists from Albania can feel relatively safe traveling to Montenegro, though it is always advisable to remain vigilant and aware of one's surroundings.