🇦🇱 Albania · General Residence
Type D Long-Stay Visa (>90 days) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €336 |
| Proof of savings | €3,150 |
| Work experience | 2+ years |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- Passport photo 47mm x 36mm or 555px x 425px x 300DPI, white background
- Return flight booking
- Payment receipt for visa fee with applicant's name, application code, bank signature and stamp
- All uploaded documents translated into Albanian or English and in PDF format
- Photocopies of requested documents as per official guideline
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://e-visa.al/apply.
- Typical processing: ~15 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €336.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“To apply for a visa, a foreign citizen applies online while outside the territory of the Republic of Albania in the electronic visa system or appears in person at diplomatic missions and consular posts. ... Obtaining a visa is not a guarantee that the foreigner is allowed to enter the Republic of Albania.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.