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Albania travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Albania with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Albania.
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Albania travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Albania with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Albania - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Time difference | UK +1 hour |
| Language(s) | Albanian |
| Currency | Albanian Lek |
| Electricity | C + F plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
Why visit Albania?
Considering a holiday to the Albania? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for beaches or culture to ensure you get the most out of your 2024/2025 escape.
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Albania weather
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The Albania weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Tirana.
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Albania travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Albania from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Albania - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Albania - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Albania - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Albania - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Albania - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Albania - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Albania.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
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Albania travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Albania with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Albania - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Albania - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Albania - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Albania, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Albania covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Albania with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Albania - Ministry of Health, Albania
- Coronavirus timeline in Albania - Our World in Data
Albania travel features
Do you want to learn more about Albania? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Albania.
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Albania FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Albania including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Albania due to Covid-19?
Albania is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for Albania.
Check out Ministry of Health, Albania for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Albania?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Albania. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Albania and the UK?
The time difference between Albania and the UK is UK time+1 hour.
What is the main language spoken in Albania?
The main language spoken in Albania is Albanian.
What is the currency in Albania?
The currency in Albania is the Albanian Lek (ALL).
Send money to Albania with World Remit* and XE Money Transfers*.
Which plugs are used in Albania?
Albania uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Albania?
They drive on the right side of the road in Albania.
Find out more about driving in Albania with RAC*.
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