🇦🇱Albania Visa for American Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa-free365 days max stay

No — American passport holders do not need a visa for Albania. Entry is visa-free for up to 365 days as of 2026.

Visa-free for 1 year (must leave and stay abroad 90 days before re-entry). Source: Law No. 79/2021 and Council of Ministers Decision No. 858 dated 29.12.2021, confirmed by US Embassy Tirana message dated March 8, 2022.

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Entering Albania on an American passport

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Albania visa for American citizens — FAQ

Do American citizens need a visa for Albania?

No — American passport holders do not need a visa for Albania. Entry is visa-free for up to 365 days as of 2026.

How long can American citizens stay in Albania?

American passport holders can stay in Albania for up to 365 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.

What documents do American citizens need for Albania?

A valid passport is all American citizens need for a short visa-free visit (up to 365 days).

How much does the Albania visa cost for American citizens?

Nothing for a short visit — American citizens enter Albania visa-free for up to 365 days, so there is no visa fee. If you need a visa for a longer stay, the Albania visa is free of charge for American citizens under Albania's nationality-based fee schedule.

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