Category: Permanent Residency / Immigration Visa
Overview: The Albania Permanent Residency visa allows non-EU/EEA citizens to reside indefinitely after fulfilling specific temporary residency requirements, such as extended stay based on work, study, family reunification, or investment.
Eligibility: Requires 5+ years of continuous legal temporary residency in Albania, sufficient financial means, suitable accommodation, and no criminal record.
Processing Time: ~90 days
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://e-albania.al/
Summary: The Albania Permanent Residency pathway enables non-EU/EEA citizens to live indefinitely in Albania after maintaining continuous legal temporary residency for 5 years, demonstrating financial stability, and good conduct.