Albania visa requirements for Rwandans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Rwandans visiting Albania

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

  • A duly completed visa application form is required for Rwandans travelling to Albania.
  • Your passport must be valid for 3 months after entry into Albania. It must have 1 blank page for visa stamp.
  • A passport-sized photograph that meets the visa application requirement and is not older than 6 months will be needed for the application.
  • There's no Albanian embassy in Rwanda, hence, visa applications can go through the Albanian embassy in Cairo or Istanbul.
  • You'll need to provide a travel itinerary to and from Albania.
  • Valid flight reservation and return ticket are needed.
  • Documentation proving status in Rwanda, either as an employee, student or self-employed citizen must be provided.
  • Proof of retired fund is required for retired visa applicants.
  • You'll need to submit a proof of accommodation which could be a hotel booking or an invitation letter from your host affirming you'll be hosted. A valid means of identification must be submitted as well.
  • Documentation showing proof of sufficient financial means to stay in Albania and return to Rwanda.
  • Children under 18 can travel with their parents' visa.
  • A vaccine against Measles-Mups-Rubella, Tetanus, Chicken Pox and Flu is recommended.
  • Additionally, travelers that intend to have sex, get a tattoo or undergo a medical procedure in Albania are advised to be vaccinated against Hepatitis B.
  • Valid medical insurance that provides overseas coverage is required.

Albania Visa for Rwandans

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
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days
Transit visa 15 days 24 hours
Student visa 15 days 3-4 years

General Requirements for Albania Visa

  • A duly completed visa application form is required for Rwandans travelling to Albania.
  • Your passport must be valid for 3 months after entry into Albania. It must have 1 blank page for visa stamp.
  • A passport-sized photograph that meets the visa application requirement and is not older than 6 months will be needed for the application.
  • There's no Albanian embassy in Rwanda, hence, visa applications can go through the Albanian embassy in Cairo or Istanbul.
  • You'll need to provide a travel itinerary to and from Albania.
  • Valid flight reservation and return ticket are needed.
  • Documentation proving status in Rwanda, either as an employee, student or self-employed citizen must be provided.
  • Proof of retired fund is required for retired visa applicants.
  • You'll need to submit a proof of accommodation which could be a hotel booking or an invitation letter from your host affirming you'll be hosted. A valid means of identification must be submitted as well.
  • Documentation showing proof of sufficient financial means to stay in Albania and return to Rwanda.
  • Children under 18 can travel with their parents' visa.
  • A vaccine against Measles-Mups-Rubella, Tetanus, Chicken Pox and Flu is recommended.
  • Additionally, travelers that intend to have sex, get a tattoo or undergo a medical procedure in Albania are advised to be vaccinated against Hepatitis B.
  • Valid medical insurance that provides overseas coverage is required.
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Albania Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The tourist visa is issued to applicants who intend to visit Albania for recreational and relaxation purposes.
  • Applicants can also visit family and friends with this visa.
  • A passport-sized photograph not older than 6 months is required for this application.
  • You'll be required to present valid travel health insurance documents that cover the entire duration of your trip.
  • For children under 18 years, their original birth certificate accompanied with a consent form signed by their parents is needed.
  • Documents that prove you have sufficient funds for the entire stay in Albania and return to Rwanda.
  • Documentation of round trip booking which shows that the applicant plans to leave at the visa expiration.
  • Proof of accommodation spanning enter stay. This proof could be hotel reservations or an invitation letter from a host in Albania.
  • An invitation letter from a host in Albania detailing purpose and duration of stay will be required if you will be staying with someone in Albania. Your host is to also submit a copy of the letter at the relevant Regional Department for Border and Migration where the host is living.
  • A valid means of identification of your host is also important.
  • If invited by a tourism agency in Albania, you'll be required to provide a notarized photocopy of the tourism agency's license.
  • This visa is valid for 6 months from the date of issue and allows a stay of up to 3 months.
  • You can enter and stay up to 90 days in Albania with a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa.
  • This visa costs 30€.

Albania Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Transit visa is for travellers passing through Albania to another country.
  • This visa allows you stay in Albania for up to 24 hours.
  • You're not allowed to work, study or visit friends and family in Albania with this visa.
  • You cannot take a tour of Albania with this visa.
  • You'll be required to show proof of confirmed onward ticket for a flight to the final destination.
  • Travelers with a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country on the same calendar day do not require a transit visa but they must stay in the international transit area of the airport and have documents required for the next destination.

Albania Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for applicants that intend to carry out business responsibilities in Albania.
  • This visa doesn't allow you to take up paid employment while in Albania. You'll need a work permit to do that.
  • The business visa application form is to be completely filled and signed. 
  • You're expected to present an invitation letter from your host, signed by both of you. The invitation letter should be on the company's letterhead detailing purpose and duration of your trip.
  • A valid means of identification of your host is to be submitted as well.
  • If your host is a foreigner in Albania, a photocopy of the residence permit issued by the Albanian authorities is to be presented.
  • Documents proving professional, commercial and business activity of the inviting company is required.
  • Proof of legal status of the company in Albania is also important.
  • Copies of round trip ticket reservation should be provided.
  • If you are traveling with a minor, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate as well as signed letter of consent from their parents is required.
  • A copy of hotel reservation is needed if the inviting company is not taking up the applicant's financial responsibility.
  • If going for a conference, proof of conference registration and payment is important.
  • Proof of previous business dealings with the inviting company in Albania is recommended.

Albania Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for applicants that intend to study at any institution of learning in Albania.
  • With this visa, you can take up paid employment as long as it does not affect your studies.
  • You'll be required to provide document certifying the registration and admission to an educational institution in Albania.
  • A letter of acceptance of study in the Albanian institution is also required.
  • Documents that prove and certify the coverage of all living costs and tuition fees is required. This document could be bank statements of the applicants or a valid offer of scholarship. 
  • Travel health insurance document for the duration of the visa is required.
  • A proof of accommodation that spans the duration of your study in the Republic of Albania is required.
  • A certificate of good character from Rwanda is required for this visa.
  • You'll also need to show documents that prove your knowledge of the Albanian language for carrying out your studies.
  • This visa is valid for the duration of your course.

Albania Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

30.00 (ALL)

Business visa

30.00 (ALL)

Transit visa

(USD)

Student visa

(USD)

Albania Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Rwanda

Location

Address

Cairo, Egypt.

Ground Floor, nr. 4، 27 El Gezira El Wosta, Muhammad Mazhar, AZ Zamalek, Giza Governorate 11561, Cairo, Egypt.

http://www.ambasadat.gov.al/egypt/en/

embassy.cairo@mfa.gov.al

+202 736 1815

Istanbul, Turkey.

Adnan Saygun Cd. Uydu , Sk. Günde? Apt. No4/14 Ulus, Istanbul, Turkey

http://www.ambasadat.gov.al/istanbul-consulate/en/

consulate.istanbul@mfa.gov.al

+90 212 244 32 56

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to visit Albania?

Albania is a very safe country to visit. There's a reduced violent crime rate in Albania but petty street crimes are predominant in the cities at night so travellers are advised to be cautious.


Is Albanian a Schengen country?

No, Albanian isn't a Schengen country but you can visit for up to 180 days with a multiple entry Schengen visa.

Does Albania allow the practice of same sex marriage?
Albanian law does not permit same-sex marriage and does not legally recognize other countries’ same-sex marriage certificates.
What currency is used in Albania?

The official currency of Albania is  the Albanian lek. The euro is widely accepted but you'll get better deals using the Lek.

What language do they speak in Albania?

Majority of the Albanian population speaks Albanian. It has two distinct dialects, Tosk, which is spoken in the south and Gheg spoken in the north.