Albania visa and entry requirements for US, UK, Canadian, Australian, NZ and Irish citizens

All six passport groups are listed by the Albanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs as exempt from a visa for tourism, business or transit purposes provided the stay does not exceed 90 days within any 180‑day window. The rule applies to biometric passports issued after 2006; non‑biometric passports may be refused entry.

If you plan to stay longer than 90 days you must apply for a long‑stay visa at an Albanian diplomatic mission before travel. The application typically requires a passport‑size photo, proof of accommodation, travel insurance and a bank statement showing sufficient funds.

A valid passport with at least three blank pages and a minimum of six months remaining validity is required. No pre‑arrival registration or electronic travel authorisation (ETA) is needed for stays up to 90 days.

Travelers should carry proof of onward travel (flight or bus ticket) and evidence of sufficient funds (approximately €50 per day). Health insurance covering the Schengen area is recommended but not mandatory.

Immigration officers may ask about the purpose of the visit, accommodation address and length of stay. Customs allowances follow EU standards: 10 L of alcoholic beverages, 1 kg of tobacco and €10 000 in cash without declaration.

If your passport is not biometric, you may be asked to obtain a visa even for short stays.

Travellers with a multiple‑entry Schengen visa can still use the 90‑day visa‑free rule, but the total time in Albania must not exceed 90 days.