Albania visa requirements for Filipinos

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Filipinos visiting Albania

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Albanian Visa.


  • Original Passport or Travel document with at least 6 months remaining validity on the date of travel and have at least 2 visa pages clear of any markings.
  • Duly accomplished application form.
  • Proof of departure. A confirmed round-trip ticket.
  • Completed visa application form. 
  • A clear scan of the information pages of your signed, machine-readable passport. Provide the pages of your current passport showing your photo, personal details, and passport issue and expiry dates. It must be valid for six months beyond the expiry date of the visa.
  • Provide a previous passport if any.
  • Hotel Bookings. Hotel reservation(s) for the duration of your visit.
  • The embassy recommends not to purchase tickets until the visa is approved. Don’t risk your money, time and effort by buying actual tickets. Get hotel bookings for any city in the world within minutes for visa purposes.
  • Income tax returns
  • Flight reservations(s) for the country of your visit and return ticket
  • An Onward Ticket is a flight reservation made by a real travel agency that can be helpful for visa applications or if you want to enter a country without purchasing a return flight. Get verifiable one way, round trip, and multi-city flight bookings for visa purposes.
  • Covering letter mentioning the details of the applicant, travel, and details of the other members traveling with you.

Albania Visa for Filipinos

Facts about Albania


Albania is a magnificent vacation destination for tourists. It has a small surface area but it's an excellent holiday destination. You can explore the Albanian Alps if you are feeling adventurous, or sip a cold cocktail on one of the country’s beaches along the Adriatic or the Ionian Sea.

Tourism in Albania has been dubbed “Go Your Own Way”. The country is known for its beaches and mountainous landscape. Tourists in the country have the luxury of choosing from one of the country’s many destinations for hiking and skiing. The country also has many castles, museums and archeological sites where tourists can go to view artifacts and learn about their significance. Those who enjoy a vibrant nightlife can choose the Albanian Riviera as their destination. 
 
Albania is the 25th most visited country in Europe, with an average of 3.8 million foreign tourists yearly. Tourism in Albania is expected to skyrocket in the next few years with a number of renowned international hotel chains making their presence known in the country.
 
Avoid the usage, possession, and trafficking of drugs, the punishment for drug-related offenses are severe. Foreigners are not allowed entry or exit from the country with more than 1,000,000 Lek or its equivalent in any currency.

Types of Albania Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa 15-30 days 90 days (extendable to 180 days)
Tourist visa 15-30 days 90 days (extendable to 180 days)
Work visa 15-30 days 90 (extendable to 180 days)

General Requirements for Albania Visa


  • Original Passport or Travel document with at least 6 months remaining validity on the date of travel and have at least 2 visa pages clear of any markings.
  • Duly accomplished application form.
  • Proof of departure. A confirmed round-trip ticket.
  • Completed visa application form. 
  • A clear scan of the information pages of your signed, machine-readable passport. Provide the pages of your current passport showing your photo, personal details, and passport issue and expiry dates. It must be valid for six months beyond the expiry date of the visa.
  • Provide a previous passport if any.
  • Hotel Bookings. Hotel reservation(s) for the duration of your visit.
  • The embassy recommends not to purchase tickets until the visa is approved. Don’t risk your money, time and effort by buying actual tickets. Get hotel bookings for any city in the world within minutes for visa purposes.
  • Income tax returns
  • Flight reservations(s) for the country of your visit and return ticket
  • An Onward Ticket is a flight reservation made by a real travel agency that can be helpful for visa applications or if you want to enter a country without purchasing a return flight. Get verifiable one way, round trip, and multi-city flight bookings for visa purposes.
  • Covering letter mentioning the details of the applicant, travel, and details of the other members traveling with you.

Albania Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

10.00 (ALL)

Tourist visa

10.00 (ALL)

Work visa

45.00 (ALL)

Albania Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Philippines


Location

Address

Makati

1143 Pasong Tamo Street, Makati City, Manila, Philippines.

inquiry@benedictosteel.com

(+63) 2 899-5533,5758

Frequently Asked Questions


Can Foreigners work in Albania?

Yes, Foreign nationals who wish to work in Albania need to obtain a work permit. These are issued by the Ministry of Social Welfare and Youth and can be applied for via the Albanian embassy in your home country. You may be able to commence work in Albania during the application process.


Is the tap water safe to drink?
Yes, Tap water is drinkable but it holds a high amount of chlorine, which affects the taste. Drinking too much tap water might cause stomach cramps, therefore filtered water is recommended. To protect the environment we recommend you to invest in a good water bottle


What is Albanian culture like?

Albanians are a native Balkan people who live in Southern Europe. They call themselves Shqiptarë. Albanians live in ethnically compact settlements in large areas, primarily in Albania, Kosovo, and Macedonia, but also in Montenegro and Greece. Albanian culture is unique and diverse.


Is English widely spoken in Albania?

Yes, English is widely taught in schools across Albania. Thus, English is the most popularly spoken foreign language among the youth of Albania. About 65% of the children in the country can speak English.


is tourist visa free for the philippines passport??

Can Albanian national can sponsor a Philippines national to visit their country??
IRENE DELOS SANTOS RELATOR

2 years ago

Can my Albanian national friend can sponsor me (Philippines National) to visit his country?


Hello, i just want to know if can i get work permit and visa to work in albania? I have a employer. Where can i get a visa??
Ivy

1 year ago

Who can answer this please help this is also my question thank you


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