Lithuania→Albania
Lithuania to Albania
Do I need a visa for Albania?
A Lithuanian does not need a visa or any travel authorisation to enter Albania for a tourist visit. One entry permits a stay of up to 90 days.
The tourist entry does not permit paid work or study.
Which documents do I need?
Accepted travel documents are an ordinary Lithuanian passport or a Lithuanian national identity card.
A driving licence and a temporary passport are not accepted for entry on this route. The passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date of entry.
Are vaccinations required for Albania?
No vaccinations are mandatory to enter Albania.
Health authorities recommend hepatitis A, hepatitis B and adult boosters for diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (Tdap).
How long can I stay, and can I extend it?
One entry permits a stay of up to 90 days; the Lithuanian source records this as 90 days within a 180-day period for short stays.
Information on extending a tourist stay or penalties for overstaying is not provided on the Lithuanian source for this route.
Can children travel on this route?
Children and other travellers under 18 need no additional consent letters or notarised permissions; they must hold one of the accepted travel documents (passport or national identity card).
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel insurance is recommended for your trip to Albania but it is not a condition of entry.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use my Lithuanian ID card or driving licence to enter?
A Lithuanian may use a national identity card to enter Albania; a passport is also accepted. A driving licence and a temporary passport are not accepted for entry on this route.
Will I have to prove I have enough money for my trip?
Albanian authorities do not require you to show proof of funds on this route; you will not be asked to present bank statements or a minimum amount of money on entry.
Do I have to complete an arrival card or register on arrival?
No arrival registration or paper entry card is required for tourists arriving in Albania on this route.
Are any vaccinations required to enter Albania?
No vaccinations are mandatory for entry to Albania. The yellow fever certificate is required only for travellers coming from yellow-fever endemic areas when applicable.
Which vaccines are recommended before I travel?
Albanian health authorities recommend hepatitis A, hepatitis B and adult boosters for diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (Tdap). These are recommendations, not entry conditions.
How long must my passport be valid for?
If your passport will be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date you enter Albania, it meets the passport-validity rule for this route. The rule is measured from the date of entry.
What happens if my passport is damaged or nearly full?
If your passport is damaged or close to full, Albanian border officers may refuse boarding or entry. Carry a valid passport or an accepted national identity card to avoid problems.
My child is under 18 — do they need extra paperwork or consent?
Travellers under 18 need no extra consent letters or notarised permissions for travel to Albania; they must hold one of the accepted travel documents (passport or national identity card).
Can I work or study while visiting on this tourist entry?
You are not permitted to use this tourist entry to undertake paid work or to study. The tourist entry is for holiday visits only.
Where do I get consular help if I need it in Albania?
There is no Albanian embassy in Lithuania. For consular help you can contact the nearest Lithuanian embassy accredited for Albania, which is in Greece, or the Albanian embassy accredited to Lithuania (in Warsaw) and the Albanian honorary consul in Vilnius.
Can I transit through Albania without a visa?
Transit rules at airports or land borders are not specified on the Lithuanian source for this route. For specific transit visa questions contact the nearest Albanian diplomatic mission.
Where do I get the visa?
There is no Albanian embassy in Lithuania. For consular help the nearest Lithuanian diplomatic mission covering Albania is in Greece; Albania’s embassy accredited to Lithuania is in Warsaw, and an Albanian honorary consul operates in Vilnius.
These contacts are for consular assistance only, not for applying for any travel permission.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 31, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Check your passport
Your passport must stay valid for 3 months beyond your trip.
- Travel insurance
Not required upon entry, but medical treatment is paid for by travelers — it's advisable to have a policy covering medical expenses and repatriation.
- Save your embassy’s contact
Your nearest mission: Greece — worth having if your documents are lost.
Open the embassy page - Stays up to 90 days
Longer than that needs a visa, and the exemption covers tourism — not paid work or study.
- Read our travel guides
Local knowledge, seasons and customs — things they won't check at the border but that your trip depends on. Everything you need to know.
Open the guide
More about Albania
Europe
- Capital
- Tirana
- Currency
- Albanian lek (ALL)
- Known for
- Albani's ancient history, beaches, mountainous landscapes
- Food
- Byrek, Tavë Kosi, Fërgesë
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