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Visa requirements for Albania

Who can enter Albania, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of October 14, 2026.

Passport holders from 132 countries can enter Albania without a visa in advance. All 132 enter visa-free on a valid passport. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

132 visa-free
0 on arrival
0 eTA
0 e-visa
110 visa required

Visa-free entry

132 nationalities

Visa required in advance

110 nationalities

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Albania

Albania has 4 sites on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Butrint
Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastër
Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Ohrid region

Source: Wikidata, community-maintained and not the official UNESCO count.

Nearby destinations

Montenegro North Macedonia Kosovo Bosnia and Herzegovina Bulgaria Serbia

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Albania?

It depends on your passport. 132 nationalities can enter Albania without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA); everyone else needs a visa or e-visa. Use the tables below to check a specific passport.

What is the best time to visit Albania?

May, June, July, August, based on Tirane's climate normals: mild temperatures and below-average rainfall for the year.

What currency is used in Albania?

Albanian lek (ALL). 1 USD is approximately 81.64 ALL.

What side of the road does Albania drive on?

Albania drives on the right.

How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Albania have?

4: Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe, Butrint, Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastër, Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Ohrid region.

What is the emergency number in Albania?

112 / 127 / 128 / 129.

What time zone is Albania in?

Tirane (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Tirane?

Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA), about 12 km away.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Albania

Albania, officially the Republic of Albania, is a country in Southeast Europe. It is located in the Balkans, on the Adriatic and Ionian Seas within the Mediterranean Sea, and shares land borders with Montenegro to the northwest, Kosovo to the northeast, North Macedonia to the east and Greece to the south. With an area of 28,748 km2 (11,100 sq mi), it has a varied range of climatic, geological, hydrological and morphological conditions. Albania's landscapes range from rugged snow-capped mountains in the Albanian Alps and the Korab, Skanderbeg, Pindus and Ceraunian Mountains, to fertile lowland plains extending from the Adriatic and Ionian seacoasts. Tirana is the capital and largest city in the country, followed by Durrës, Vlorë, and Shkodër.

CapitalTirane

RegionSoutheast Europe

Population2.3M

Area28,748 km²

CurrencyAlbanian lek (1 USD ≈ 81.64 ALL)

LanguagesAlbanian

Calling code+355

Drives on theright

TimezoneTirane (UTC+2)

Nearest airportTirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA), 12 km

Emergency number112 / 127 / 128 / 129

UNESCO sites4

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$12,998 (2025)

Tourist arrivals2.7M (2020)

Climate in Tirane

Warmest August, coolest January, driest November, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August.

Monthly climate normals for Tirane, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	11.3°C	1.9°C	70mm	237h
February	13.6°C	4.1°C	97mm	247h
March	16°C	6.2°C	145mm	283h
April	19°C	8.9°C	91mm	284h
May	23.3°C	13.3°C	88mm	354h
June	25.2°C	16.1°C	54mm	404h
July	31.3°C	19.9°C	8mm	431h
August	31.5°C	20.4°C	43mm	393h
September	28.2°C	17.7°C	159mm	320h
October	21.3°C	12.5°C	205mm	290h
November	17.6°C	8°C	6mm	243h
December	14.5°C	8.1°C	166mm	178h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Albania is a country in the Balkan region of Europe with unspoiled beaches, mountainous landscapes, traditional cuisine, archaeological artefacts, unique traditions, low prices and the wild atmosphere of the countryside. It is one of the sunniest countries in Europe. The country has an extensive archaeological heritage; it was part of Ancient Greece, the Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire until its first declaration of independence in 1912, becoming a kingdom and then a communist dictatorship before becoming a democratic republic. Albania is one of just a few Muslim majority nations in Europe.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Butrint
Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastër
Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Ohrid region

Upcoming public holidays

November 30, 2026Dita e Pavarësisë

November 30, 2026Dita e Çlirimit

December 8, 2026Dita Kombëtare e Rinisë

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