Consulate of Malta in Auckland, New Zealand
- Address: Auckland
- Phone: +64272912059
- Fax: +6494190392
- Email: patriciat@clear.net.nz
Head of mission: Mrs Patricia Thake, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
2 missions of Malta in New Zealand: Consulate of Malta in Auckland, New Zealand; Consulate of Malta in Wellington, New Zealand. Addresses, phones and…
Head of mission: Mrs Patricia Thake, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Dr. Carmen Dalli, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Malta offers a compelling mix of history, culture, and modern tourism, making it an appealing destination for some travelers from New Zealand. With around 200,000 New Zealanders traveling internationally each year, a portion may find Malta's rich historical sites and Mediterranean charm attractive.
Malta is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from New Zealand. It ranks 26th among 40 European countries regarding safety while walking alone at night. In comparison, New Zealand is ranked 4th globally in the Global Peace Index, indicating a high level of safety overall. In terms of crime statistics, Malta has a significantly lower murder rate at 0.4 per 100,000 people compared to New Zealand's 2.6. Additionally, there are no recorded female murders in Malta, while New Zealand has a rate of 1.1. Regarding organized crime, Malta has a lower score for mafia influence (1.5) compared to New Zealand (4.5), indicating less organized crime presence. However, Malta does have higher scores in areas like crime networks (7.0) and state crime (7.5), suggesting some challenges in those areas. Overall, while there are some differences in crime statistics, Malta remains a safe destination for tourists from New Zealand.