Europe
Kosovo
- Capital
- Pristina
- Population
- 1,576,876
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Languages
- Albanian, Serbian
- 33missions
- 26embassies
- 2consulates
- 1honorary consulate
Kosovo
Embassies and consulates in Kosovo
embassies in Pristina
Diplomatic missions from 28 countries are based in Kosovo, 33 missions in all (26 embassies, 2 consulates, 1 honorary consulate and 4 other offices). All 26 embassies are in the capital, Pristina. Consulates are also found in Peja and Prizren.
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All missions in Kosovo
Other cities in Kosovo
Outside Pristina, missions are found in Peja (2) and Prizren (1); most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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Turkey 3 -
Austria 2 -
United Kingdom 2 -
Italy 2
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Albania 1 embassy1 - Austria 1 embassy · 1 consulate2
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Belgium 1 embassy1 -
Bulgaria 1 embassy1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Croatia 1 embassy1 -
Czech Republic 1 embassy1 -
Finland 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
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Hungary 1 embassy1 - Italy 1 embassy · 1 honorary consulate2
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Japan 1 embassy1 -
Luxembourg 1 embassy1 -
Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
North Macedonia 1 embassy1 -
Norway 1 embassy1 -
Republic of the Congo 1 embassy1 -
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Russia 1 embassy1 -
Slovakia 1 embassy1 -
Slovenia 1 embassy1 -
Sweden 1 embassy1
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Switzerland 1 embassy1 - Turkey 1 embassy · 1 consulate3
- United Kingdom 1 embassy2
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United States 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Kosovo
Kosovo visa guide · 6 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 109 can enter visa-free and 89 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Kosovo.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Kosovo
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 120,573 | 64,184 | 15,338 | 12.7% | 95.0% |
| 2024 (part of the year) | 1,499 | 1,285 | 153 | 10.0% | 91.9% |
| 2025 | 1,530 | 1,368 | 146 | 9.6% | 92.1% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 723 | 699 | 2.9% |
| Bulgaria | 414 | 385 | 5.6% |
| Italy | 136 | 123 | 9.6% |
| Germany | 99 | 38 | 61.2% |
| Greece | 95 | 78 | 17.9% |
| Slovenia | 33 | 25 | 10.0% |
| Croatia | 12 | 9 | – |
| Hungary | 10 | 7 | – |
| Finland | 8 | 4 | – |
Schengen consulates in Kosovo received 1,530 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 1,368 visas. 9.6% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). That is barely different from 2024 (10.0%). The number of applications was almost unchanged (1,499 in 2024).
Most applications went to Switzerland (723), Bulgaria (414), Italy (136) and Germany (99).
Bulgaria and Romania began issuing Schengen visas on 31 March 2024, so their 2024 figures cover part of the year. The numbers include every nationality applying in Kosovo.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Kosovo
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 6,567 | 5,891 |
| Student (F, M) | 107 | 103 |
| Exchange (J) | 552 | 603 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 94 | 86 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 14 | 18 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 361 | 398 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 114 | 40 |
| Total | 7,809 | 7,139 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 36.5% | 35.0% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 7,139 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Kosovo, the 99th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 83%, exchange visitor visas 8% and diplomatic and official visas 6%. That is 9% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (7,809).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Kosovo received 2,232, 34% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 35.0% for citizens of Kosovo in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 36.5%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Kosovo’s own missions abroad
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Kosovo’s embassies abroad (41)
Kosovo itself has 41 missions abroad, in 29 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (6), France (4), Turkey (3), Croatia (2) and the United States (2).
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 26 embassies are in the capital, Pristina. The largest foreign networks in Kosovo are those of Turkey (3), Austria (2), the United Kingdom (2) and Italy (2).
Travel advice for Kosovo
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Kosovo: the US State Department rates Kosovo at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 24 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Kosovo (updated 23 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Kosovo (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Kosovo?
Turkey, with 3 missions, followed by Austria (2).
Do I need a visa for Kosovo?
Of 198 passports, 109 can enter visa-free and 89 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Kosovo; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.