🇦🇱 Albania · Humanitarian
Stateless Persons — Residence Permit + Reduced-Requirement Naturalization Path — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €150 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Citizenship possible after 7 years.
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://mb.gov.al.
- Typical processing: ~360 days.
Frequently asked
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Health insurance
“"Health insurance is a mandatory requirement for all applicants."”
https://mb.gov.al · verified 2026-06-21
Criminal record
https://mb.gov.al · verified 2026-06-21
Application fee
https://mb.gov.al · verified 2026-06-21
Years to citizenship
https://mb.gov.al · verified 2026-06-21
Open to all nationalities
https://mb.gov.al · verified 2026-06-21
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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 2026-06-21.