Sweden passport → Albania

Albania visa for citizens of Sweden

Visa-freeVisa-free · Tourist (90 days)

Citizens of Sweden can visit Albania without a visa for up to 90 days.

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

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free · Tourist (90 days)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Recommended – bank statement or credit card may be checked.

How to apply

1
Arrive at passport control
Join the queue for non-Albanian passports at Tirana Airport or land border.
2
Present your passport
Hand over passport; officer checks validity and may ask about stay and return ticket.
3
Receive entry stamp
If approved, you get an entry stamp – no visa or fee required, process takes 1-2 minutes.
4
Collect luggage and exit
After passport control, collect bags and go through customs.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 6 months from entry date.

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Immigration officers routinely ask for proof of departure.
Proof of accommodation
Optional
Hotel booking or host invitation may be requested.

Financial

Proof of funds
Optional
Bank statement or credit card usually satisfies officers.

Supporting

Travel insurance
Optional
Not mandatory but strongly recommended for medical coverage.

Proof of funds

Bank statement
Credit card

Proof of funds may be checked but is not always required.

Good to know

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry date – count from arrival, not departure.
The 90-day visa-free stay cannot be extended; overstaying results in fines, deportation, or a ban.
Tap water is not safe to drink – use bottled water.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient funds

Carry a bank statement or credit card showing adequate funds.

No return ticket

Book a return or onward ticket and keep a copy accessible.

Suspicious travel pattern

Ensure your travel history and purpose are clear and consistent.

FAQ

Do citizens of Sweden need a visa for Albania?

Citizens of Sweden can visit Albania without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-free · Tourist (90 days).

How long can citizens of Sweden stay in Albania?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Sweden need for Albania?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of funds; Travel insurance.

How long must my passport be valid for Albania?

At least 6 months.

Sources

Albania entry requirements for Sweden passport holders (entrybrief.com, third-party site)
Albania Visa Requirements for Sweden Citizens - visas.guide (visas.guide, third-party site)
Albania Visa Requirements for Swedish citizens in 2026 (visarequirements.info, third-party site)

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