1 mission of Norway in Albania: Consulate General of Norway in Tirana, Albania. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Ms. Marinela Jazoj, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Albania, 1 Sep 2024)
Norway offers a captivating experience for visitors, featuring stunning fjords and rugged landscapes that appeal to nature lovers. With a thriving tourism sector that welcomes over a million international travelers each year, it could attract a segment of the 4.2 million Albanians who travel abroad annually.
Norway is considered a safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Albania. It ranks 18th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, making it safer than Albania, which ranks 28th. According to the Global Peace Index, Norway is ranked 28th out of 160 countries, again safer than Albania, which is ranked 42nd. In terms of crime statistics, Norway has a significantly lower murder rate at 0.5 per 100,000 people compared to Albania's 2.3. Additionally, Norway generally scores better in organized crime indices, with lower scores indicating less crime activity. For instance, Norway scores 4.5 for mafia groups, while Albania scores 7.0. Overall, tourists from Albania can feel relatively safe while visiting Norway, given its lower crime rates and higher safety rankings.