Albania Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements
Visa Requirement Map
Passport Mobility Over Time
Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.
| Year | Mobility Score | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 69 | 82 |
| 2021 | 101 | 75 |
| 2022 | 115 | 82 |
| 2023 | 122 | 80 |
| 2024 | 124 | 76 |
| 2025 | 123 | 73 |
| 2026 | 122 | 78 |
Albania: Other Rankings
- Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
- 97th out of 199 countries
- Within-Language RankingAlbanian
- 2nd out of 3 countries
- Form-of-Government RankingParliamentary Republic
- 28th out of 40 countries
- NATO RankingNATO Countries
- 31st out of 32 countries
- WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
- 75th out of 159 countries
- Organisation of Islamic Cooperation RankingOrganisation of Islamic Cooperation Countries
- 4th out of 57 countries
- OSCE RankingOSCE Participating States
- 46th out of 57 countries
Key Destination Access
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
A valid visa is required before travel.
Visa-free travel is available.
About Albania
Albania lies in Southeast Europe on the Balkan Peninsula, with coastlines along the Adriatic and Ionian Seas. Its landscape is dominated by rugged mountains, including the Albanian Alps in the north. The country shares land borders with Montenegro, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Greece. This geographic position has historically made it a meeting point of various cultures and empires.
In cities like Tirana, a lively café culture defines social life, with people gathering throughout the day. Traditional music and dance remain important, especially during local festivals and celebrations. The coastal towns offer a relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere, while rural areas preserve centuries-old customs. Daily life balances modern influences with a strong sense of community and hospitality.
Albania has pursued closer ties with European and transatlantic institutions since the end of its isolation. It has been a NATO member since 2009 and is a candidate for European Union membership. The country actively participates in regional cooperation initiatives in the Western Balkans. Its foreign policy emphasizes good neighborly relations and support for multilateralism.