Embassy of Malta in Georgetown, Guyana; address 184-185 Shribassant Street, Prashad Nagar, Georgetown; phone +6910550. Head of mission: Mr. Stuart de Freitas.
Head of mission: Mr. Stuart de Freitas, Chargé d'Affaires (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Guyana, 15 Nov 2024)
Malta offers a compelling blend of history, culture, and modern tourism, making it an appealing destination for some Guyanese travelers. Its strategic Mediterranean location and numerous historical sites attract around one million international visitors annually, suggesting that it could attract a segment of Guyana's one million population.
Malta is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Guyana. It ranks 26th out of 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. In contrast, Guyana has a higher murder rate of 16.3 per 100,000 people, compared to Malta's significantly lower rate of 0.4. According to the Global Peace Index, Guyana is ranked 109th out of 160 countries, indicating a higher level of violence and crime. In terms of organized crime, Malta has better indices in several categories, such as mafia presence (Malta: 1.5 vs. Guyana: 3.0) and arms trafficking (Malta: 2.5 vs. Guyana: 5.0). While no specific data for Guyana's tourists in Malta is available, the overall crime rates and safety rankings suggest that Malta is a safer destination for travelers.