2 missions of Uruguay in Malta: Consulate of Uruguay in Sliema, Malta; Consulate of Uruguay in Valletta, Malta. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mrs. Sarah Engerer, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Malta, 7 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Michael Anthony McEvoy, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Uruguay is an appealing destination for some Maltese visitors, thanks to its vibrant culture and scenic landscapes. As a developing tourism gem between Brazil and Argentina, it offers diverse attractions for both leisure and business travelers. With around 200,000 Maltese traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Uruguay an interesting option to explore.
Uruguay is generally considered safe for tourists, though it has a higher murder rate compared to Malta. According to the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, Malta has a murder rate of 0.4 per 100,000 people, while Uruguay's rate is significantly higher at 8.9. However, Uruguay ranks 51st in the Global Peace Index among 160 countries, indicating a relatively peaceful environment overall. In terms of organized crime, both Malta and Uruguay have similar scores for mafia presence (1.5), but Uruguay shows lower scores in other areas of organized crime, such as state crime (2.0) and human trafficking (3.0), compared to Malta's higher scores in these categories. Overall, while tourists from Malta may find Uruguay safe, they should remain aware of their surroundings and take standard safety precautions, especially in urban areas.