5 missions of Malta in Switzerland: Consulate General of Malta in Geneva, Switzerland; Consulate of Malta in Basel, Switzerland; Consulate of Malta in…
Head of mission: Ms. Michelle Baldacchino, Consul General (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Stephan Stuart Erbe, Honorary Consul (as listed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 25 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Simona Maria Soldati Zanetti, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Vincent Denis Hugues Marie Leveque de Vilmorin, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 25 Oct 2024)
Malta is an appealing destination for Swiss travelers, thanks to its rich history, vibrant culture, and picturesque Mediterranean setting. With around one million international visitors annually, it offers a unique experience that may attract a portion of the 6.1 million Swiss who travel abroad each year.
Malta is generally safe for tourists, but it ranks lower in safety compared to Switzerland. In a safety ranking for walking alone at night, Malta is 26th out of 40 countries, while Switzerland is 7th. According to the Global Peace Index, Switzerland ranks 6th globally, but there is no available data for Malta. In terms of crime statistics, Malta has a murder rate of 0.4 per 100,000 people, slightly lower than Switzerland's rate of 0.5. Additionally, Malta has no recorded female murders, while Switzerland has a rate of 0.6. Regarding organized crime, Malta scores better in mafia presence (1.5) compared to Switzerland (4.5), but it has higher scores in crime networks (7.0 vs. 4.0) and state crime (7.5 vs. 1.5). Overall, while Malta is relatively safe, tourists from Switzerland may find it less secure than their home country.