🇫🇷France Visa for Albanian Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa-free90 days max stay

No — Albanian passport holders do not need a visa for France. Entry is visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.

Visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period per EU Regulation 2018/1806 Annex II. Biometric passport required.

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Entering France on an Albanian passport

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France visa for Albanian citizens — FAQ

Do Albanian citizens need a visa for France?

No — Albanian passport holders do not need a visa for France. Entry is visa-free for up to 90 days as of 2026.

How long can Albanian citizens stay in France?

Albanian passport holders can stay in France for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.

What documents do Albanian citizens need for France?

A valid passport is all Albanian citizens need for a short visa-free visit (up to 90 days).

How much does the France visa cost for Albanian citizens?

Nothing for a short visit — Albanian citizens enter France visa-free for up to 90 days, so there is no visa fee. If you need a visa for a longer stay, the France visa fee is EUR 35 for Albanian citizens under France's nationality-based fee schedule. Applications through VFS Global (TLScontact/Capago in some countries) carry an additional service fee of about INR approx. 2000-2500 (EUR 22 equivalent).

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