1 mission of Malta in Bulgaria: Consulate General of Malta in Sofia, Bulgaria. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Dr. Borislav Tsverkov Boyanov, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Malta is an appealing destination for Bulgarian travelers due to its rich history, vibrant culture, and strategic Mediterranean location. With approximately 4.1 million Bulgarians traveling abroad annually, a portion of them may find Malta's unique offerings attractive.
Malta is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Bulgaria. However, it ranks 26th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, which is lower than Bulgaria's ranking of 21st. In terms of crime statistics, Malta has a lower murder rate at 0.4 per 100,000 people compared to Bulgaria's 1.3. Additionally, Malta has no recorded female murders, while Bulgaria reports 0.8. Regarding organized crime, Malta scores better in terms of mafia presence (1.5 for Malta vs. 4.5 for Bulgaria), but both countries have similar scores for state crime (7.5). Overall, while both countries have their safety concerns, Malta is relatively safe for tourists, with lower violent crime rates compared to Bulgaria.