Unique (single) permit for digital mobile workers

Albania digital nomad visa (2026)

Albania's Law No. 79/2021 on Foreigners has a dedicated single permit for people who work remotely with IT tools for an employer or client based abroad. The first permit is issued for one year to someone already lawfully in Albania. Holders may not take local employment under this permit.

Minimum income: No fixed amount; must show sufficient income
Length of stay: 1 year (first permit)
Renewal: Renewable while the conditions are still met
Fee: Not published on the official checklist
Processing time: Not published

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Who can apply

Lawfully present in Albania when applying
Work or service contract with an employer or client based outside Albania, done remotely with IT tools
Enough income to support yourself and dependants
Accommodation and a home address in Albania
Health insurance valid for at least one year and a criminal record certificate

Income requirement

You need to show at least No fixed amount; must show sufficient income. The Law on Foreigners only requires income sufficient to support the applicant and any dependants during the stay; no official monthly figure is published.

Documents you need

Copy of a valid passport and a recent photo (47x36 mm)
Proof of accommodation (rental contract or property certificate)
Apostilled, translated and notarised employment contract with a foreign entity showing position, salary and duration
Proof of professional qualification matching the contract
Letter from an Albanian bank about the transfer of the salary
Proof of health insurance in Albania
Legalised criminal record from your home country, issued within 6 months (first application only)

How to apply, step by step

Enter Albania legally (visa-free or with a visa)
Open an account on e-Albania and file the unique permit application for digital mobile workers
Upload the supporting documents
Attend the biometric appointment at the regional Border and Migration Police office

Cost and processing time

The fee is not published on the official checklist. Processing takes not published. Budget extra for translations, certified copies and health insurance.

Tax

The official sources checked do not set a special tax rule. Tax residency usually starts after 183 days of presence in a year; check with the Albanian tax authority.

Good to know

The salary must be paid into an Albanian bank account per the official checklist
Several documents need apostille, translation and notarisation

Visiting first?

93 passports can enter Albania visa-free for a short stay, a common way to try the country before applying. Check Albania visa requirements for your passport.

Official source

e-Albania (Border and Migration Police services)

Not yet confirmed on an official source: fee, processing time, renewal, tax. Check these with the consulate before you apply.

Albania digital nomad visa FAQ

What is the minimum income for the Albania digital nomad visa?

No fixed amount; must show sufficient income. The Law on Foreigners only requires income sufficient to support the applicant and any dependants during the stay; no official monthly figure is published.

How long can I stay in Albania on a digital nomad visa?

1 year (first permit). Renewable while the conditions are still met.

How much does the Albania digital nomad visa cost?

Not published on the official checklist.

How long does the Albania digital nomad visa take?

Not published.

Do I pay tax in Albania on a digital nomad visa?

The official sources checked do not set a special tax rule. Tax residency usually starts after 183 days of presence in a year; check with the Albanian tax authority.