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Albania
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Visa Pathways to Albania

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Albania Type D Visa for Religious/Humanitarian Activities
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Albania Type D Visa for Religious/Humanitarian Activities

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

The Type D visa is a long-stay visa issued to foreign nationals who intend to stay in Albania for more than 90 days within a 180-day period. It serves as a prerequisite for applying for a residence permit after entering the country.

Validity3 months
Processing15-30 days
Cost100 EUR
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Albanian Blue Card (Karta Blu AL)
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Albanian Blue Card (Karta Blu AL)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residence and work permit for highly qualified foreign specialists with specialized education, offering extended validity and path to permanent residence.

Validity1 year (renewable)
Processing15-30 days
CostFree
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D/FR — Family Reunion Visa (Type D – Family Reunification)
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D/FR — Family Reunion Visa (Type D – Family Reunification)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

For foreign nationals joining family members who are legally resident in Albania for long-term cohabitation.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost120 EUR
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D/INV — Investor Visa (Type D – Investment)
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D/INV — Investor Visa (Type D – Investment)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

For foreign nationals making financial investments in Albania including government bonds, business investments, or company acquisitions.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost120 EUR
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D/SE — Seasonal Employment Visa (Type D – Seasonal)
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D/SE — Seasonal Employment Visa (Type D – Seasonal)

For temporary or seasonal work in sectors like agriculture, tourism, or construction for up to nine months.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost120 EUR
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Digital Mobile Worker Visa (Type D – Remote Work)
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Digital Mobile Worker Visa (Type D – Remote Work)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Albania's Unique Permit (Leje Unike) for Digital Movers lets remote workers employed by foreign companies live and work from Albania for up to five years.

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
Cost120 EUR
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Diplomatic and Service Visa (Type D – Diplomatic)
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Diplomatic and Service Visa (Type D – Diplomatic)

For foreign nationals assigned to work in embassies, consulates, or international organizations in Albania on a long-term basis.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost120 EUR
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Long Stay Intra-Corporate Transfer Visa (Type D)
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Long Stay Intra-Corporate Transfer Visa (Type D)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

This visa is for employees transferred to an Albanian branch or subsidiary.

Validity1 year
Processing1-2 months
Cost100 EUR
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Long Stay Study Visa (Type D – Study)
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Long Stay Study Visa (Type D – Study)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

For students enrolled in educational programs at Albanian institutions lasting longer than 90 days, with part-time work rights.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost120 EUR
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Research Visa (Type D – Research)
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Research Visa (Type D – Research)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

For scholars and researchers conducting academic investigations at Albanian research institutions.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost120 EUR
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Residence Permit for Au Pairs
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Residence Permit for Au Pairs

ValidityDuration of contract
ProcessingUp to 1 month
CostFree
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Residence Permit for Family Reunification
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Residence Permit for Family Reunification

ValidityLinked to sponsor's permit
ProcessingUp to 1 month
CostFree
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Residence Permit for Unpaid Trainees
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Residence Permit for Unpaid Trainees

Validity1 year
Processing30-60 days
CostFree
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Residence Permit for Youth Exchanges
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Residence Permit for Youth Exchanges

Validity1 year (renewable)
ProcessingUp to 1 month
CostFree
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Short Stay Business Visa (Type C – Professional/Commercial)
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Short Stay Business Visa (Type C – Professional/Commercial)

For short-term business activities, conferences, commercial transactions, and professional networking up to 90 days.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost120 EUR
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Short Stay Cultural, Scientific & Sports Visa (Type C)
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Short Stay Cultural, Scientific & Sports Visa (Type C)

For participation in scientific, cultural, sports events, or short-term humanitarian activities up to 90 days.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost120 EUR
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Short Stay Media/Journalist Visa (Type C)
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Short Stay Media/Journalist Visa (Type C)

This visa is for foreign media representatives visiting for short-term reporting.

Validity3 months
Processing15-30 days
Cost60 EUR
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Short Stay Medical Visa (Type C – Medical)
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Short Stay Medical Visa (Type C – Medical)

Granted to individuals seeking medical treatment, consultations, or procedures in Albania for up to 90 days.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost120 EUR
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Short Stay Tourism Visa (Vizë qëndrimi afatshkurtër, Type C)
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Short Stay Tourism Visa (Vizë qëndrimi afatshkurtër, Type C)

Allows entry for tourism, leisure, and sightseeing for up to 90 days within 180 days.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost120 EUR
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Type A — Airport Transit Visa (Vizë tranzit aeroporti, Type A)
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Type A — Airport Transit Visa (Vizë tranzit aeroporti, Type A)

Permits passage through the international transit area of an Albanian airport without entering the country.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
Cost120 EUR
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Type B — Residence Permit Type B (Renewable)
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Type B — Residence Permit Type B (Renewable)

ValidityDefined by permit (renewable)
ProcessingUp to 1 month
CostFree
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Type C — Short Stay Official Visit Visa (Type C – Official)
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Type C — Short Stay Official Visit Visa (Type C – Official)

For government officials and representatives visiting Albania for official meetings and diplomatic events.

Validity5 years
Processing15-30 days
Cost120 EUR
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Type D — Self-Employment Visa (Type D – Self-Employed)
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Type D — Self-Employment Visa (Type D – Self-Employed)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

For foreign nationals establishing their own business or working as freelancers in Albania with a business plan and proof of funds.

Validity5 years
Processing15-30 days
Cost120 EUR
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Unique Permit for Crew Members of Vessels
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Unique Permit for Crew Members of Vessels

Validity1 year (renewable)
Processing4-12 weeks
CostFree
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Unique Permit for Employees
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Unique Permit for Employees

ValidityDuration of employment contract (renewable)
Processing4-12 weeks
CostFree
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Unique Permit for Pensioners
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Unique Permit for Pensioners

Validity1 year (renewable)
ProcessingUp to 30 days
CostFree
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Unique Permit for Use of Owned Immovable Property
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Unique Permit for Use of Owned Immovable Property

Validity1 year (renewable)
Processing2 months
CostFree
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Visa-Free Entry (UAE Golden Visa Holders)
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Visa-Free Entry (UAE Golden Visa Holders)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Visa-free entry for holders of 10-year UAE residence permits issued by UAE competent authorities. Valid residence permit must have at least 1 year remaining validity at entry.

Validity90 days
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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