Albania

Tourist Visa

Indian citizens generally need a visa to enter Albania for tourism. However, if you hold a valid, multiple-entry Schengen visa that has been used in a Schengen country, or a valid Schengen residence permit, you can enter and stay in Albania for up to 90 days within a 180-day period without a visa. 

Requirements

1. Passports:

• Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages.
• Original old passport booklets if any.

2. Photographs:

• Photographs each meeting specific requirements such as white background, glossy finish, 80% face coverage, clear visibility of eyes and face, dimensions: 45mm x 35mm.

3. Covering Letter:

• Addressed to The Visa officer, Embassy of Albania, New Delhi.
• Brief profile of the applicants and purpose of travel with travel dates.
• Can be on plain paper for individuals or on the company letterhead for officials/sponsored applicants.

4. Bank Statements:

• Original 3 months personal and company's bank statements with seal and signature from the bank.
• Relevant and active accounts showing proof of funds and income.
• Bank statements closer to the date of visa application (A4 size preferred).

5. IT Returns:

• Latest 3 years Income Tax Acknowledgement / ITR-V (Saral) of individuals and the company.

6. Itinerary / Air tickets:

• Return tickets with all internal flight/train tickets if any.
• Day wise itinerary of the tour.

7. Purpose of Travel / Accommodation:

• Proof of accommodation/purpose at the destination/Booking Certificate and payment receipts from the tour operator.
• Notarized copy of the license of the Albanian travel agency inviting the foreign tourist group.
• Hotel vouchers.
• Supporting Credentials:
• Specific documents depending on the traveler's category (e.g., businessmen, employees, students, newlyweds, children traveling alone, travelers unaccompanied by spouses/partners).

8. Travel Insurance:

• Valid Travel Insurance from Embassy approved companies covering the days of travel with a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.

9. Additional Supporting Documents (if available):

• FD Receipts from banks.
• Public shares/debentures certificate.
• Asset evaluation report from a CA.

Ensuring all these documents are in order will greatly aid in the visa application process for travel to Albania.

Disclaimers

The above list of documents is the standard requirement for the visa application. The Embassy/Consulate/High Commission/Application Centres reserve the right to request additional documents for verification.

Travelspoc does not guarantee the outcome of any visa application. Decisions on visa applications are at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/Consulate/High Commission.

Visa Application Centres and Embassy Information

Embassy of Albania, Delhi       

Address: B 2, West End Colony, New Delhi, Delhi 110021

Tel : + 91-11-4059-1294       

Email : embassy.delhi@mfa.gov.al

​The official website for applying for an Albanian visa: 

Republic of Albania E-Visa Application System