Transit visa · Costa Rica to Albania

Type A Airport Transit Visa

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 1 days
• Processing time: 25-30 business days
• Fee: $70 USD
• Validity: Based on layover duration
• Entry: Single entry

Type A visa allows stay only in international transit area, not entry into Albania. Validity based on layover duration. Many nationalities transit visa-free if holding valid Schengen/US/UK/Ireland/Cyprus visa or residence permit.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  Type A airport transit visa allows entry to international transit area of Albanian airports while traveling to third country.

  Includes

  • Airport transit

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 3

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Airport transit visa application; Form url: https://e-visa.al/

How to apply

1. Online application

   Apply for Type A transit visa online or at embassy.

2. Fee payment

   Pay transit visa fee.

3. Processing wait

   Wait for processing.

4. Visa collection

   Receive transit visa (stamp or electronic).

• Apply for an e-Visa online (opens in new tab)

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.