You need a Short Stay Visa (Type C)
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Visa Required
Yes
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
No
Insurance
Recommended
Health
None mandatory
Visa fee
None (visa-free entry with qualifying visa/residence)
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Destination at a glance
- Country
- Albania
- Capital
- Tirana
- Continent
- Europe
- Currency
- Lek (ALL)
- Phone code
- +355
- Language
- Albanian
- Exchange rate
- 1 ALL = 3.3999 PKR
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339.99
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1.22
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Visa Status & Application
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa required
Pakistani passport holders with a valid, multiple-entry Schengen, US, or UK visa (previously used in the issuing country) or a valid residence permit from these regions may enter Albania visa-free for short stays
Visa exemption
Pakistani passport holders with a valid, multiple-entry Schengen, US, or UK visa (previously used in the issuing country) or a valid residence permit from these regions may enter Albania visa-free for short stays
Application notes
- Pakistani passport holders with a valid GCC residence permit (SA) do not qualify for visa-free entry to Albania unless they also hold a valid, previously used multiple-entry Schengen, US, or UK visa or residence permit
- Applicants must apply for a Type C visa at the nearest Albanian diplomatic mission or consular post if they do not meet the visa-free entry criteria
- Processing time for visa applications typically ranges from 15 to 30 working days
- All documents must be in English or Albanian; translations must be provided if the original is in another language
- Possession of a visa does not guarantee entry; border authorities retain the right to verify entry conditions
Application Process
Mapping your visa journey…
Step 1
Check eligibility for visa-free entry based on valid Schengen, US, or UK visas or residence permits
Step 2
If not exempt, locate the nearest Albanian diplomatic mission or consular post with jurisdiction over your place of residence
Step 3
Complete the visa application form online or as directed by the specific mission
Step 4
Gather all required civil, financial, and travel documents including proof of ties to Pakistan
Step 5
Submit the application and pay the visa fee at the designated diplomatic mission
Step 6
Collect the passport and visa once the processing period of 15 to 30 working days is complete
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond travel dates)
- Completed visa application form
- Passport-size photograph (47 mm x 36 mm)
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) — original and photocopy
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA) — not older than 6 months
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead with contact details
- 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds
- FBR tax return (latest year) or tax certificate
Supporting documents
- Valid Pakistani passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond travel dates)
- Completed visa application form
- Passport-size photograph (47 mm x 36 mm)
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) — original and photocopy
- FRC (Family Registration Certificate from NADRA) — not older than 6 months
- Employer NOC (No Objection Certificate) on company letterhead with contact details
- 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds
- FBR tax return (latest year) or tax certificate
Health & FAQ
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry
Frequently Asked Questions
You must submit your application in person at the nearest Albanian diplomatic mission or consular post
The evaluation process typically lasts a minimum of 15 working days and can take up to 30 working days in exceptional cases
You will need a valid passport, completed application form, proof of financial means, accommodation confirmation, and specific civil documents such as your CNIC and FRC