Albania
Passports
A valid passport
is required by all.Visas
Required by all except the following for stays of up to 30 days:
(a) nationals of countries referred to in the chart above, except 1. nationals of Malta who must obtain a visa upon arrival;
(b) nationals of Bulgaria, Croatia, Israel, Korea (Rep), Kosovo, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Romania, San Marino, Switzerland, and Turkey;
(c) transit passengers continuing their journey to a third country by the same or next connecting aircraft provided holding confirmed onward documentation and not leaving the airport.Note
(a) Nationals of countries listed above pay an entry fee of €10 at Tirana airport or at the border crossing point, except nationals of Israel who must pay €30 and nationals of Poland and the Slovak Republic who may enter without charge. (b) 2. Nationals of Israel, Macedonia (Former Yugoslav Republic), Malta and Montenegro can obtain visas on arrival for free (Montenegro), €10 (Macedonia) or €30 (Malta).Types of visa and cost
Dependent on nationality of applicant and length and purpose of intended stay.Validity
Duration of visas is individually specified for each visit. The maximum length of stay is three months. Extensions are possible.Application to
Consulate (or Consular Section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.Application requirements
(a) Application form(s). (b) Valid passport. (c) Two passport-size photos. (d) Sufficient funds to cover duration of stay. (e) Visa fee (cheque only). Business: (a)-(d) and, (e) Letter from applicant’s company. (f) Invitation from Albanian company.Working days required
Up to two weeks.Temporary residence
Application to be made to the Embassy of the Republic of Albania.
No Test Required
US$10 is levied on all foreign nationals. Nationals of Albania pay Lk1000.
Embassy of the Republic of Albania in the UK
2nd Floor, 24 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6LB, UK
Tel: (020) 7828 8897.
E-mail: amblonder@hotmail.com
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1530 (general enquiries); 0900-1200 (consular section). Embassy of the Republic of Albania in the USA
2100 S Street, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 223 4942.
Website: www.albaniaembassy.orgTravel Advice
Travel to the northeast border areas between Albania and Kosovo is advised against because of the very poor condition of the roads and the risk of unexploded ordnance.
Although public security is generally good, particularly in Tirana, the crime rate has risen, especially theft, and visitors should be careful not to display valuables. Passports which allow entry to EU countries without a visa, foreign currency and cameras are mostly at risk, although all possessions should be kept close at hand at all times. Avoid remote areas and streets, especially at night. Gun ownership is widespread.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice: British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
