Travelling to Albania for an official purpose? Apply for the Albania Short Stay eVisa online. Complete your application before departure and arrive prepared.

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Who Can Apply for an Albania eVisa for an Official Visit?

You qualify for the Albania Short Stay eVisa for an Official Visit if you meet all of the following:

You are travelling for an official purpose - government work, meetings, or official events.

You hold a passport from a country eligible for the Albania eVisa.

You plan a short stay in Albania.

You will leave before your authorised stay ends.

Required Documents for Albania eVisa

Passports Of Different Countries

Prepare the following documents before you apply:

  • Passport: Valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date in Albania.
  • Applicant photo: Recent, taken against a plain white background, with no glare or shadows.

Visa policies change. Check the full required documents for the Albania eVisa checklist before submitting your application.

Entry Types, Stay Duration & Validity

Single Entry

  • Visa Validity (From Issuance): 180 Days
  • Stay Duration: Up to 90 Days

Multiple Entries

  • Visa Validity (From Issuance): 180 Days
  • Stay Duration: Up to 90 Days

Albania eVisa Application Process

Step 1:

Register with your contact information on the eVisa portal

Step 2:

Complete the Albania eVisa application form with accurate details.

Step 3:

Review and upload your supporting documents.

Step 4:

Pay the applicable fee. Your approved eVisa will arrive by email.

Processing Options

Choose a processing option that fits your travel schedule:

Processing Type

Estimated Timeframe

Normal Processing

25 -30 Working Days

Rush Processing

20 - 25 Working Days

Super Rush Processing

18 - 22 Working Days

Note: These are estimated timeframes. Inaccurate details or additional document requests may cause delays.

Fees and Payment Methods for Albania eVisa

The total fee depends on the processing option you select. Accelerated processing carries an additional charge.

Use the Albania eVisa fee tool and select your nationality to view a full cost breakdown.

Available Payment Methods

Applicants can pay the Albania eVisa fee using the following secure methods:

  • Debit or credit cards issued by major international banks
  • Cryptocurrencies
  • PayPal (subject to nationality and availability)

Extension for Albania Short Stay eVisa

Confirm with Albanian immigration authorities before making plans to extend your stay. In most cases, the Albania Short Stay eVisa does not allow extensions. If your eVisa is non-extendable and you wish to return, you must leave Albania and submit a new application.

FAQS

Minor date adjustments are generally acceptable. Your entry and exit must fall within the visa validity period.

Yes. Correct the issues that led to the rejection, then submit a new application.

Yes. Contact Albania eVisa support through the portal for help with application, payment, or document queries.

Yes. You can apply online from any location, provided you meet the Albania eVisa eligibility conditions.

Renew your passport before applying. Your passport must remain valid throughout your stay in Albania.