Albania has a simplified tax regime with low rates. Flat 15% income tax on most income. Small business tax is 0% on revenue under ALL 14M (~$140K). Growing digital economy.
Income Tax
0-23%
Capital Gains
15%
VAT / Sales Tax
20%
Tax Year
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Special Tax Regimes
tourist
Short-stay visa for tourism, business visits, or family visits. Valid for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Can be single, double, or multiple entry.
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Albania's digital nomad visa allowing remote workers to live and work in Albania for up to 5 years. Introduced in 2022 under Law 79/2021. Path to permanent residency after 5 years.
special
Long-term visa for stays exceeding 90 days. Required for work, study, family reunification, or residence permit applications. Valid for 1 year with 90-day entry period.
work
Type D visa for employment in Albania. Requires job offer from Albanian employer and work permit approval. Leads to Unique Permit combining work and residence authorization.
education
Type D visa for studying at recognized Albanian educational institutions. Programs over 90 days require this visa. Includes possibility to work part-time.
business
Short-stay Type C visa for business meetings, conferences, trade fairs, and contract negotiations. Not for employment. Valid for 90 days within 180-day period.
$1,000/month
Average for a comfortable nomad lifestyle
Healthcare is basic. Private clinics in Tirana are improving. American Hospital is the top private facility. Serious cases require travel to Greece or Italy.
Passport sufficient for basic accounts. Raiffeisen and BKT are main banks. Cash still dominant. ALL currency is used.
Very safe for tourists. Tirana is friendly and walkable. Albanian Riviera is safe and beautiful. Petty crime is low.