Advantages of living in Albania

• Cheaper Compared to Western European Countries.
• Stunning Natural Beauty.
• Interesting History and Culture.
• Friendly and Helpful Locals.
• Lively Lifestyle.
• Pleasant Mediterranean Climate.

Work Permit, Permanent Residence Permits and Citizenship in Albania

Work Permit

1. Types of Visas
2. Type A: Permits for economic activities for both employers and employees
3. Type B: Independent economic activity permits
4. Type C: Permits for special occasions
5. Type D: Permanent work permits for eligible foreigners

• All foreign citizens planning on staying in the country for more than 90 days will need a residence permit as well. Albania has 21 different types of residence permits, so it’s important to find the right one for your needs. All residence permits are valid for either three months, six months, or a year and cannot be renewed more than five times.

Permanent Residence Permits

• You must be over 18 years old.
• You must have a valid passport.
• You must not have a criminal record.
• You must be able to prove that you have a legitimate source of income.
• You must have health insurance.
• You must have a clean bill of health.

Citizenship

1. Eligibility
2. Over 18 years old
3. Shelter and the means of sustaining himself
4. Has not been convicted to sentences of three or more years in prison (except for political sentences)
5. Basic knowledge of the Albanian language
6. Does not endanger the security of the Republic of Albania
7. Continuous residence in Albania for five years

• Benefits of Albania Citizenship
• Travel: Albanian citizens have visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to many countries, including the European Union, Brazil, Israel, and Turkey.
• Education: Albania provides free primary and secondary education to its citizens.
• Health care: Albania offers a universal health care system to its citizens.
• Cost of living: Albania has a relatively low cost of living.
• Business opportunities: Albania offers attractive income and opportunities for real estate.
• Membership in international organizations: Albania is a member of the United Nations, NATO, and other organizations.

 People & Climate

People

The current population of Albania is 2,791,765. Albania, on South eastern Europe’s Balkan Peninsula, is a small country with Adriatic and Ionian coastlines and an interior crossed by the Albanian Alps. The country has many castles and archaeological sites. Capital Tirana centers on sprawling Skanderbeg Square, site of the National History Museum, with exhibits spanning antiquity to post-communism.

Climate

Average annual temperatures vary from 17.6ºC (in Saranda to the South) to 7ºC (in Vermosh in the North). Lowland areas are characterized by a stable mean temperature of 14ºC–16ºC. Maximum temperatures can reach up to 11.3ºC in mountain areas and 21.8ºC in lowland and coastal zones.