Student Type D Visa
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 15-60 business days
- Fee
- $70 USD
- Validity
- Up to one year (duration of studies)
- Entry
- Single entry
After arrival, students must register with local immigration office within 30 days to obtain temporary residence permit (TRP) for duration of studies.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Type D long-stay visa for students seeking to study in Albania for more than 90 days. EU citizens are exempt.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 12
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: 47mm x 36mm
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, sponsor letters, scholarship proof; Minimum amount: Sufficient for tuition and living costs
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Albania; Minimum coverage: Duration of visa
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Must cover full stay: Yes
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Admission letter
Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: No
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Police clearance
Validity months: 6
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: Contagious diseases screening; Validity months: 3
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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; Form url: https://e-albania.al/
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain admission letter from Albanian educational institution and gather all required documents.
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Online application
Complete Type D visa application through e-Albania portal or at Albanian embassy/consulate.
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Fee payment
Pay visa application and issuance fees.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing and approval.
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Visa collection
Receive Type D visa (valid up to one year).