FAQ
Common questions.
What do I need for the Albania freelance visa?
The official page asks for: a business idea checked by a government commission, capital to carry out the business idea, valid travel document recognised in Albania and no risk to public order, security or health.
How much money do I need for the Albania freelance visa?
You must have or provide enough income for housing and living in Albania. No figure is given. The law asks for capital to carry out the business idea. No sum is set.
How long can I stay on the Albania freelance visa?
The permit matches the length of the planned business, up to 3 years. Yes. e-Albania has a separate online service to renew a unique permit.
How much does the Albania freelance visa cost?
Set by a Council of Ministers decision and depends on the permit type. The pages read do not give the sum.
Who can apply for the Albania freelance visa?
Open to citizens of any other country. Foreign nationals who want to live in Albania and work as self-employed people. The business must serve an economic interest and is expected to help the economy. The permit can be limited to a set activity, region and profession.
What work can I do on the Albania freelance visa?
The permit can be limited to a set activity, region and profession.
How do I apply?
Online through the e-Albania portal. Being in Albania is not needed to apply. Up to 12 weeks from the date of application.
Sources
- Albania: Unique permit for self-employed persons (leje unike si i vetëpunësuar) (asp.gov.al)
- Albania: how to apply (e-albania.al)
- Albania: e-Albania: how to renew a unique permit (English PDF) (e-albania.al)
- Albania: AIDA: list of unique permit types (aida.gov.al)
General information, not legal advice. Last checked 11 Oct 2026.