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Is Malta safe? 🇲🇹
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As of October 2026, Malta scores 87/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index — verdict: yes — very safe. Of the 2 Malta destinations assessed, Valletta scores highest (86/100), while Sliema scores lowest (85/100).
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Malta 🇲🇹
Malta · Assessed 13 October 2026
87
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime84/100GoodHomicide 0.6 / 100k
Sentiment87/100GoodMostly positive
Advisories100Good
Stability80Good
Health96Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for Malta: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-09T07:11:34.8184078-04:00
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Crime
Good
Mugging & robbery risk
Low risk
92
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
85 / 100 (Mostly positive)
85
City SignalCity Web Research
Homicide rate
0.6 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6Malta0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
98
Robbery / mugging
LowMalta has a very low homicide rate and no specific indications of high risk for armed robbery targeting visitors.
Pickpocketing
ModerateWhile generally safe, pickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur in crowded tourist areas and on public transport.
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03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
87/100
Reported feel85Mostly positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
Recent reports indicate that travel creators praise Malta's sense of safety, and a missing tourist was found safe, suggesting a generally secure environment for visitors.
Yes. Malta is one of Europe's safest destinations for travelers.
Malta's safety profile is exceptionally strong, with very low crime rates and no active disaster alerts. While official advisories recommend normal precautions, the country's low homicide rate and high scores for everyday hazards and health suggest a secure environment for visitors.
Recent developments
- Sep 2026Thousands protested in Malta following the acquittal of a businessman in the murder trial of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.— Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
- Jul 2026Troopers seized three pounds of cocaine in an arrest in Malta.— NEWS10 ABC
- Aug 2026Malta boosted nationwide security and law enforcement as the summer tourism peak reached full swing, with more police and soldiers deployed.— The Malta Independent Online / Lovin Malta
- May 2026Travel creators praised Malta's LGBTQ+ progress and sense of safety.— Lovin Malta
Common scams
- Overcharging for goods and services, particularly in tourist-heavy areas.
Full briefing
Malta's safety profile is exceptionally strong, with very low crime rates and no active disaster alerts. Official advisories recommend exercising normal security precautions, a stance supported by the country's very low homicide rate and high scores for everyday hazards and health.
While Malta is generally secure, travelers should remain aware of their surroundings, particularly in crowded tourist areas and on public transport, where pickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur. Recent news indicates increased police and military presence during peak tourist seasons to bolster security. There have been reports of large public protests following a high-profile murder trial acquittal, which travelers should monitor for any potential disruptions.
For health, Malta has good air quality and adequate hospital beds per capita. However, travelers should be aware of CDC global health notices for Polio, Dengue, and Measles, and take precautions against mosquito-borne illnesses by using repellent and wearing protective clothing. The country's low crime rate means that violent crime is not a significant concern for visitors.
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07 · Questions
Malta safety FAQ
Is Malta safe to visit right now?
On our composite index Malta scores 87/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 13 October 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Malta?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Valletta currently scores highest at 86/100 (Very Safe). Sliema scores lowest at 85/100.
Where does this Malta safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.