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Albania visa for Irish citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Irish citizens for Albania, for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Albanian citizens travelling to Ireland
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Travel advice for Albania
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Ireland to Albania, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Albania at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 25 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Albania (updated 15 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Albania (updated 16 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Irish citizens can stay in Albania
Irish citizens may stay in Albania for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Albania.
Albania’s neighbours for Irish citizens
North Macedonia, Greece, Montenegro, Serbia and Kosovo admit Irish citizens visa-free.
Albanian citizens travelling to Ireland
Albanian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Ireland.
Frequently asked questions
Do Irish citizens need a visa for Albania?
No visa is needed by Irish citizens for Albania, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Irish citizens stay in Albania?
Irish citizens can stay in Albania for up to 90 days.
Do Albanian citizens need a visa for Ireland?
Albanian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Ireland.
Can Irish citizens enter Albania visa-free?
Yes, Irish citizens can enter Albania without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.