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title: Albania visa for citizens of Samoa
description: "Citizens of Samoa need a visa for Albania and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €30. Processing: 5–30 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Albania visa for citizens of Samoa

Citizens of Samoa need a visa for Albania and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Application site: https://e-visa.al

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist (up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 5–30 days
- **Government fee:** €30
- **Passport validity:** At least 3 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** bank statements showing sufficient balance for stay

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Scan all required documents in PDF or JPEG format
2. **Register on eVisa portal** — Create an account at e-visa.al
3. **Complete online application** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately
4. **Upload documents** — Attach scanned copies of all required documents
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay €30 online via credit/debit card
6. **Submit application** — Review and submit; you will receive a confirmation email
7. **Receive eVisa** — eVisa is sent to your email within 5-10 business days
8. **Print eVisa** — Carry a printed copy to present at border control

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Albania
- **Passport photo** (Identity): Recent, passport-size, white background
- **Round-trip flight reservation** (Travel): Showing entry and exit from Albania
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or letter of invitation
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting): Minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical emergencies
- **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial): Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
- **Employment letter** (Employment, optional): Including salary, position, and leave approval
- **Proof of sufficient funds (e.g., cash, traveler's checks)** (Financial): Minimum of €50 per day of stay
- **Visa application form** (Identity): Completed and signed online form
- **Valid Schengen/UK/US visa or residence permit (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): If held, may exempt from eVisa requirement

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** €50 per day of stay
- Bank statements
- Cash
- Traveler's checks

Proof of sufficient funds is required upon request

## Good to know

- eVisa does not guarantee entry; final decision is by border police.
- Passport must have at least one blank page for entry stamp.
- Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen, UK, or US visa (used once) or a residence permit from Schengen/UK/US/UAE do not require a visa for Albania.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or inaccurate application** — Fill out all fields correctly and double-check before submission
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond intended stay
- **Insufficient funds evidence** — Provide bank statements showing adequate balance for the stay
- **Criminal record or previous visa violations** — Disclose any relevant information honestly; consult embassy if unsure

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Samoa need a visa for Albania?

Citizens of Samoa need a visa for Albania and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of Samoa stay in Albania?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Albania visa cost for citizens of Samoa?

Government fee: €30.

### How long does Albania visa processing take?

Typically 5–30 days.

### What documents do citizens of Samoa need for Albania?

Valid passport; Passport photo; Round-trip flight reservation; Proof of accommodation; Travel insurance; Bank statements (last 3 months); and 4 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Albania?

At least 3 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://e-visa.al. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [e-visa.al](https://e-visa.al)

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