Albania
General visa requirements for travelling to Albania. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Business visa (Business Type D Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 30-60 business days
- Fee
- $70 USD
- Validity
- Up to one year
- Entry
- Single entry
Type D visas allow stays exceeding 90 days and obtaining residence permit after entry. Valid up to one year.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Type D long-stay visa for professional, commercial, and economic activities exceeding 90 days.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 12
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Financial documents proving ability to support business activities; Minimum amount: Sufficient for business activities
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter of invitation or business partnership documentation
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Type D visa application; Form url: https://e-albania.al/
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Company registration
Provide company registration evidence for the inviting, sponsoring or employing organisation.
Accepted documents: Certified documents
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Business plan
Provide a business plan showing the activity, funding, market and expected costs.
Must include financials: No
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare comprehensive business documentation including business plan, company registration, financial proof.
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Online application
Apply for Type D business visa through e-Albania portal or embassy.
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Fee payment
Pay visa fees.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing and approval.
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Visa collection
Receive Type D business visa.
Business visa (Business Type C Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15-30 business days
- Fee
- $70 USD
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
For actual commercial work/employment, a Type D business visa and work permit are required instead. Type C business visas are for meetings, conferences, and non-employment business activities only.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Type C short-stay visa for professional, commercial, and business purposes (non-employment).
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: 47mm x 36mm, taken within last 6 months
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Albania; Minimum coverage: Visa duration
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter of invitation signed by the host with copy of their identity document
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Albania visa application form; Form url: https://punetejashtme.gov.al/
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Company registration
Provide company registration evidence for the inviting, sponsoring or employing organisation.
Accepted documents: Certified documents
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain invitation letter from Albanian business partner and prepare company registration documents.
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at Albanian embassy or consulate.
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Document submission
Submit application with all required business documents.
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing.
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Visa collection
Collect approved visa.