Important notice for foreigners visiting Albania 🇦🇱
Based on many inquiries we receive, there is a common misunderstanding that leaving Albania briefly after 90 days and re-entering restarts the tourist stay period. This is not correct.
Foreign nationals visiting Albania as tourists are allowed to stay 90 days within any 180-day period. Staying longer will be considered an overstay.
Overstay may result in:
– An order to leave the country
– Financial penalties
– Possible rejection of future applications for Albanian residence permits or citizenship
Please note: U.S. citizens are exempt from this rule and may stay in Albania visa-free for up to one year.
If you plan to stay longer, make sure to follow the correct legal pathway.
Contact JBC Associates to assist you with your legal pathway to live, work, or invest in Albania.
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