# How to Apply Albania Tourist Visa from Nepal 2026

> Complete 2026 guide to the Albania tourist visa for Nepali passport holders — documents, fees, processing time, embassy contact in Kathmandu.

_Published: 2026-05-14 · Updated: 2026-05-17 · Reading time: 11 min · Words: 2510_

## TL;DR

Nepali passport holders travelling to Albania on a tourist purpose typically apply for the Type C — Tourist e-Visa (Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry.). Processing runs 10–15 working days standard (often 5–10 days for clean applications). Apply 100% online at https://e-visa.al/apply. Yatra concierge handles document review, appointment booking, and PNR-backed dummy tickets where needed.

## Key takeaways

- Visa class for Nepali tourist travel to Albania: Type C — Tourist e-Visa (Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry.).
- Processing time: 10–15 working days standard (often 5–10 days for clean applications).. Apply with at least a 1-2 week buffer beyond this window.
- Fee: EUR 50 (single-entry) / EUR 60 (multi-entry) typical; varies by sub-category. Service fee EUR ~10 added at e-visa.al checkout..
- Embassy contact: Embassy of Albania — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal) — EP-19, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India.
- Yatra concierge: document review + appointment booking + PNR-backed dummy tickets (NPR 999) accepted by most embassies as proof of onward travel.

**For Nepali tourist travel to Albania, the application flow runs: confirm visa class, gather documents per the embassy checklist, submit (online or at the application centre in Kathmandu), pay the fee, biometrics if required, and collect the passport on issue. The class you apply under is <strong>Type C — Tourist e-Visa</strong> (valid up to <strong>Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry.</strong>). Processing typically takes <strong>10–15 working days standard (often 5–10 days for clean applications).</strong>. Submission: Apply 100% online at https://e-visa. Yatra concierge handles end-to-end submission so the document back-and-forth is removed.**

## Article

### Step-by-step Albania tourist visa application
- Confirm visa class. For Nepali tourist travel to Albania, the class is the Type C — Tourist e-Visa.
- Gather documents per the table below — passport, photos, financial proof, flight + hotel bookings, tourist-purpose letter.
- Submit via the embassy portal or application centre in Kathmandu.
- Pay the fee — embassy/government fee plus the application-centre service charge.
- Biometrics if the class requires them (sticker visas typically do; e-visas typically do not).
- Collect the passport on issue — by courier or in person at the centre.
Each step is a checkpoint. Getting one wrong (wrong fee bracket, photo not to spec, missing letter) restarts the clock — fix the failure at the source rather than in re-submission.

### Quick facts

Visa typeType C — Tourist e-VisaStay durationUp to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry.ValiditySingle, double, or multiple-entry; validity 90 days to 5 years (most first-time grants are single-entry 90/180).EntriesSingle or Multiple.Embassy feeEUR 50 (single-entry) / EUR 60 (multi-entry) typical; varies by sub-category. Service fee EUR ~10 added at e-visa.al checkout.Processing time10–15 working days standard (often 5–10 days for clean applications).Financial requirementEUR 50 per day of stay minimum (NPR-equivalent in bank statements covering last 3 months). Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.Embassy / centree-Visa Albania (online — no physical centre in Nepal)Address (Kathmandu)Lodge 100% online at https://e-visa.al/apply. There is no Albanian visa application centre or VFS partner in Kathmandu. Type D / family / religious applicants who need an embassy interview travel to New Delhi (one trip, by appointment).HoursMon–Fri 09:00–17:00; visa enquiries via e-visa.al portal preferred — embassy intake only when e-Visa is rejected or for diplomatic / Type D long-stay cases.Online portalhttps://e-visa.al/apply (official Albania e-Visa portal — primary channel for Nepali applicants) · https://punetejashtme.gov.al/en/visa-information/ (Albanian MFA — visa policy + categories) · https://albanian-evisa.com (often-confused mirror — DO NOT USE; only e-visa.al is the authoritative portal)Last verified2026-05-04

### Important notes for Nepali applicants

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.

- Income proof for Albanian visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — no need to submit all four. Pick the bundle that matches your active income source.

- CRITICAL exemption — Nepali passport holders with a valid + previously-used multiple-entry Schengen / US / UK visa, OR a valid Schengen residence permit, can enter Albania VISA-FREE for up to 90 days in any 180. The Schengen / US / UK visa MUST have been used at least once before the Albania trip (single-entry or unused multi-entry visas do NOT confer the exemption). Carry photocopies + originals of the qualifying visa AND its first entry/exit stamp.

- Without the dual-visa exemption above, ALL Nepali ordinary passport holders MUST apply for an Albanian e-Visa BEFORE travel — there is NO visa-on-arrival for Nepal at Tirana / Mother Teresa airport.

- There is NO Albanian embassy, consulate, or VFS centre in Kathmandu. Online lodgement via e-visa.al is the only practical channel from Nepal — Type D / long-stay applicants who get interview requests travel to the Albanian Embassy in New Delhi (Chanakyapuri).

- Albanian visas are governed by Law No. 79/2021 &quot;On Foreigners&quot; and Council of Ministers Decision No. 858/2021 — same legal basis used by both the e-visa portal and the Embassy New Delhi.

### Documents required for the Albania tourist visa

The embassy reviewer in Kathmandu checks the file in this order. Prepare each item to the specification before booking the appointment — the application is non-refundable on rejection.

DocumentRequiredNotesNepali passport bio-page (3+ months validity beyond intended stay + 2 blank pages)YesRecent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, &lt; 6 months old)YesOnline e-Visa application form (e-visa.al) + fees paidYesBank statements (last 3 months, EUR 50/day equivalent)YesConfirmed return ticket (or full itinerary with onward flight)YesHotel booking confirmation for full stayYesTravel insurance covering full trip with EUR 30,000+ medical coverYesCover letter explaining purpose + itineraryYesOPTIONAL — qualifying Schengen / US / UK multi-entry visa (used once) — if you hold one, you do NOT need this Albanian e-Visa at allRecommendedCarry the original + photocopy + entry/exit stamps; airport border guards verify.ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)YesIncome Details &amp; Supporting Documents (For Visa Application)YesImportant Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.1. Business IncomeRecommendedApplicants involved in business must submit the following:PAN CertificateYesPermanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).Business Registration CertificateYesSubmit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable)RecommendedSector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.Latest Audit ReportYesSigned by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.Tax Clearance CertificateYesIssued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.2. Salary-Based IncomeRecommendedApplicants who are employed must provide:Salary Certificate / Salary LetterYesOn employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.Leave Approval LetterYesConfirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employerYesConfirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statementsYesEither personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.3. Pension IncomeRecommendedApplicants receiving pension must submit:Pension Certificate (Pension Patta)YesOriginal Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.Company ID Card (if available)RecommendedPhotocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).Recent Pension Bank StatementYesLast 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from BankYesOn bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.4. Rental IncomeRecommendedApplicants earning rental income must provide:Land Ownership CertificateYesOriginal + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.Building Completion CertificateYesIssued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.Land and Building Tax Payment CertificateYesLatest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

### How to apply for the Albania tourist visa from Nepal

Apply 100% online at https://e-visa.al/apply. No biometrics, no physical interview for tourist Type C — decision delivered as PDF e-Visa to email; print and carry on travel day.

- Check eligibility against the criteria above and confirm the visa class is correct for your travel purpose.

- Prepare the document file per the table above. Use a Nepal Bar Council-registered translator + notary for any Nepali-language original (employer letter, property docs, citizenship copy back-translation).

- Book the appointment at https://e-visa.al/apply (official Albania e-Visa portal — primary channel for Nepali applicants) · https://punetejashtme.gov.al/en/visa-information/ (Albanian MFA — visa policy + categories) · https://albanian-evisa.com (often-confused mirror — DO NOT USE; only e-visa.al is the authoritative portal) — slots fill quickly during peak windows.

- Submit in person at e-Visa Albania (online — no physical centre in Nepal) (Lodge 100% online at https://e-visa.al/apply. There is no Albanian visa application centre or VFS partner in Kathmandu. Type D / family / religious applicants who need an embassy interview travel to New Delhi (one trip, by appointment).). Arrive 15 minutes early.

- Pay the fee (Visa, MasterCard, AmEx online via e-visa.al portal (EUR billing — fee deducted at submission, not at decision). Embassy New Delhi accepts INR demand draft for Type D long-stay applicants travelling there in person.).

- Provide biometrics if requested (mandatory for sticker classes; e-visa classes typically do not require them).

- Track and collect — most embassies provide a tracking reference. E-visas arrive by email; sticker visas return by courier or in-person collection.

### What Yatra handles for Albania tourist visa applications

- Document checklist tailored to the tourist purpose — exactly what the Albania embassy requires for Nepali files in this class.

- Pre-submission review — we catch the documentation-gap rejections (wrong photo spec, missing translation, weak cover letter) before the file enters the queue.

- Appointment booking at e-Visa Albania (online — no physical centre in Nepal) in Kathmandu.

- PNR-backed dummy tickets at NPR 999 — accepted by most embassies as proof of onward travel so you can apply before paying for non-refundable flights. Available at yatraforfun.com/dummy-ticket.

- Re-application support — if rejected, the Yatra service fee is waived on the second submission (you re-pay the embassy fee, which is non-refundable on either attempt).

### Common mistakes Nepali applicants make on the Albania tourist visa

The five mistakes below account for the majority of preventable rejections we see on Nepal-AL files. None of them are about the embassy being difficult — every one is fixable with a 30-minute pre-submission review.

- Photograph not to the embassy specification. Most Albania missions reject photos that fall outside the exact dimensions (typically 35x45mm or 51x51mm), have a non-white background, show ears partially covered, or were taken more than 6 months ago. Use a photo studio in Kathmandu (Bagbazar / Putalisadak / Naxal) that knows the Albania embassy spec — pay the extra NPR 200 for a fresh, compliant set rather than reusing an old printout.

- Bank balance pumped up the week before submission. Embassy reviewers read the 6-month statement, not the closing balance. A sudden NPR 5,00,000 deposit two weeks before submission with no salary or business inflow history flags as manufactured. Maintain a steady balance in line with declared income; if the funds are genuinely sponsored, attach the sponsor's 6-month statement and an undertaking letter rather than depositing into your own account.

- Untranslated Nepali documents. Every Nepali-language document submitted to a Albania mission must be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — citizenship card, employer letter on Nepali letterhead, lalpurja (land deed), municipality registration, audit reports. Use a Nepal Bar Council-registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public; embassies routinely return files with raw Nepali originals.

- Cover letter that contradicts the booking dates. If the cover letter says you are travelling 12-25 Oct but the flight booking shows 14-22 Oct, the file gets returned for clarification. Re-read the cover letter against every attached booking before submission — dates, accommodation address, sponsor name, and total stay must match across all documents.

- Hotel booking that allows free cancellation but no payment proof. Albania embassies increasingly recognise the "book a refundable hotel just for the visa, cancel after approval" pattern. A confirmation showing prepayment (or at minimum a non-zero deposit) carries far more weight than a free-cancellation booking. If you genuinely need flexibility, attach the booking plus a covering note explaining your itinerary contingencies — silence reads as deception.

### After approval — the pre-departure checklist for Albania

Visa in passport is not the end of the work. Carry the following on the day of travel — Nepali passport holders are routinely secondary-screened at the entry port for Albania, and producing the right paperwork at immigration shortens the inspection from 30 minutes to 3.

- Printed visa or e-visa PDF — never rely solely on the digital copy on your phone. Carry one printed copy in your hand baggage and a backup in checked baggage.

- Confirmed return ticket in your name — Albania immigration may ask to see the onward flight at arrival, especially for tourist and visit classes.

- Hotel confirmation for the first 3 nights minimum, with the address printed in the local language where applicable. Immigration officers ask "where are you staying" and a vague answer triggers secondary screening.

- Travel insurance certificate — increasingly mandatory at the entry port even when the visa was approved without it.

- Cash in destination currency equivalent to at least USD 100/day for the first 3 days — immigration occasionally asks "show me funds" and a card or e-wallet does not always satisfy.

- Yatra concierge contact — if you booked through Yatra, save our 24/7 number (+977 970-9066517) for any visa or entry-port issue. We have helped Nepali travellers re-enter Albania after secondary-screening flags more than 200 times in the last two years.

### Albania embassy and visa centre contact in Kathmandu

Embassy of Albania — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)EP-19, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Phone+91 11 2611 4116, +91 11 2611 4118
Emailembassy.newdelhi@mfa.gov.al
HoursMon–Fri 09:00–17:00; visa enquiries via e-visa.al portal preferred — embassy intake only when e-Visa is rejected or for diplomatic / Type D long-stay cases.
Websitehttps://punetejashtme.gov.al/en/embassies/india
e-Visa Albania (online — no physical centre in Nepal)Lodge 100% online at https://e-visa.al/apply. There is no Albanian visa application centre or VFS partner in Kathmandu. Type D / family / religious applicants who need an embassy interview travel to New Delhi (one trip, by appointment).

### Related Yatra resources

- Albania visa overview for Nepali citizens — embassy contact + concierge page.

- Visa eligibility checker — answer 4 questions; we tell you which class fits.

- PNR-backed dummy tickets (NPR 999) — accepted by most embassies as proof of onward travel.

- PNR-backed hotel bookings — refundable confirmations for visa submission.

- Yatra visa concierge — all 60+ destinations for Nepali citizens.

- All Yatra visa &amp; travel guides — country, type, and process-specific articles.

- Same Albania visa, different angle: requirements &amp; fee

- Algeria tourist visa — sibling country guide for comparison.

- Croatia tourist visa — another sibling Nepali-passport guide.

- Flight bookings to Albania — once your visa lands, book direct.

- Hotel deals in Albania — Yatra-verified rates with free cancellation.

- About Yatra For Fun — Founder Sandeep Kumar Chaudhary Chaudhary, 10+ years processing Nepali visas.

### Sources and freshness

This guide is curated from the official Embassy of Albania — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal) portal and e-Visa Albania (online — no physical centre in Nepal). Embassy data was last verified on 2026-05-04 and this post was last refreshed on 2026-05-12. Visa fees and processing times shift one to two times a year — re-check the embassy portal four weeks before travel.

## FAQ

### Do Nepali citizens need a visa for tourist travel to Albania?

Yes. Nepali passport holders travelling to Albania on a tourist purpose apply for the <strong>Type C — Tourist e-Visa</strong>, valid for Up to 90 days within any 180-day period from the date of first entry.. Submit through e-Visa Albania (online — no physical centre in Nepal) in Kathmandu.

### How long does the Albania Type C — Tourist e-Visa take to process for Nepali applicants?

Processing typically runs <strong>10–15 working days standard (often 5–10 days for clean applications).</strong> after biometric submission. Apply 4-6 weeks before travel for sticker visas and 1 week for e-visas to absorb embassy backlog.

### What is the fee for the Albania Type C — Tourist e-Visa?

Embassy/government fee: <strong>EUR 50 (single-entry) / EUR 60 (multi-entry) typical; varies by sub-category. Service fee EUR ~10 added at e-visa.al checkout.</strong>. Application centres add a service charge on top, paid in NPR at the centre. Fees are non-refundable on rejection.

### What documents are required for a Albania tourist visa from Nepal?

Core documents: Nepali passport bio-page (3+ months validity beyond intended stay + 2 blank pages), Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old), Online e-Visa application form (e-visa.al) + fees paid, Bank statements (last 3 months, EUR 50/day equivalent), Confirmed return ticket (or full itinerary with onward flight). Specifics vary by visa subtype — see the full checklist on this page.

### Can Yatra help with my Albania tourist visa application?

Yes. Yatra's visa concierge handles the document checklist, appointment booking at the Albania embassy or visa centre in Kathmandu, pre-submission review (catches the documentation-gap rejections), and PNR-backed dummy tickets at NPR 999 where embassies require proof of onward travel before flight purchase. Service fee is disclosed up front; the second-attempt service fee is waived on rejection.

### Where is the Albania embassy or visa application centre in Nepal?

Application centre: <strong>e-Visa Albania (online — no physical centre in Nepal)</strong> at Lodge 100% online at https://e-visa.al/apply. There is no Albanian visa application centre or VFS partner in Kathmandu. Type D / family / religious applicants who need an embassy interview travel to New Delhi (one trip, by appointment).. Embassy: Embassy of Albania — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal), EP-19, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India. Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00; visa enquiries via e-visa.al portal preferred — embassy intake only when e-Visa is rejected or for diplomatic / Type D long-stay cases..

### Is the Albania tourist visa easy to get for Nepali applicants?

Approval rates depend on the visa class and your documentation. Type C — Tourist e-Visa for Nepali applicants is approved consistently when the file shows clean financials, ties to Nepal, and a purpose-specific cover letter. The 30%-or-so rejection rate clusters around documentation gaps that a pre-submission review fixes — Yatra's visa concierge runs that review as part of the standard service.

### When is the best time to apply for a Albania tourist visa from Nepal?

Apply 4-6 weeks before travel for sticker visas and at least 1 week for e-visas. Avoid the embassy peak windows: May-August for Schengen-class missions, December for Saudi/UAE, and the destination's own school-holiday peaks. Yatra concierge tracks Kathmandu appointment availability across e-Visa Albania (online — no physical centre in Nepal) daily.

### What bank balance is required for the Albania tourist visa for Nepali citizens?

Embassy reviewers look for a visible balance of at least <strong>trip cost × 1.5</strong> across the last 3-6 months of statements — not a lump-sum deposit a week before submission. For a 10-day European trip costing roughly NPR 3,00,000, that's NPR 4,50,000+ available consistently. Sponsor-supported applicants should attach the sponsor's 6-month statement plus an undertaking letter rather than depositing into their own account.

### What happens after the Albania tourist visa is approved?

Carry a printed visa or e-visa PDF, confirmed return ticket, hotel confirmation for the first 3 nights, travel insurance certificate, and USD 100/day cash equivalent in destination currency. Albania immigration commonly secondary-screens Nepali passport holders at arrival; producing the right paperwork shortens inspection from 30 minutes to 3. Save Yatra's 24/7 concierge number (+977 970-9066517) for entry-port issues.

## Sources

1. [Yatra — Albania visa for Nepali citizens](https://yatraforfun.com/visa/albania)
2. [Embassy of Albania — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal) — official site](https://punetejashtme.gov.al/en/embassies/india)
3. [Albania visa application portal](https://e-visa.al/apply (official Albania e-Visa portal — primary channel for Nepali applicants) · https://punetejashtme.gov.al/en/visa-information/ (Albanian MFA — visa policy + categories) · https://albanian-evisa.com (often-confused mirror — DO NOT USE; only e-visa.al is the authoritative portal))
4. [Embassy reference: e-visa.al](https://e-visa.al/apply — Albania official e-Visa portal (primary lodgement channel for Nepali applicants — online only))
5. [Embassy reference: punetejashtme.gov.al](https://punetejashtme.gov.al/en/visa-information/ — Albanian Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (visa policy + categories))
6. [Embassy reference: punetejashtme.gov.al](https://punetejashtme.gov.al/en/regjimi-i-vizave-per-te-huajt/ — Albanian MFA visa-regime page (Schengen-equivalent dual-visa exemption))