Albania Tourist Visa for Pakistani Passport Holders
Fee Breakdown
Key Requirements
- ✓ Pakistani passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- ✓ Confirmed return or onward travel tickets
- ✓ Proof of accommodation such as hotel booking or host invitation letter
- ✓ Sufficient financial means to cover stay (approximately USD 50 per day)
- ✓ Travel health insurance with minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 valid for Albania
- ✓ Completed online eVisa application form
- ✓ Recent passport-size photograph meeting specified requirements
- ✓ No prior visa violations or overstays in Albania or Schengen area
Documents Required
Step-by-Step Application Process
Step 1: Visit the official Albanian eVisa portal at https://e-visa.al
Step 2: Create an account and log in to start a new application
Step 3: Select visa type as Tourist and fill in all personal and travel details accurately
Step 4: Upload all required scanned documents in the specified format and size
Step 5: Pay the visa fee online using a valid credit or debit card
Step 6: Submit the application and save the reference number for tracking
Step 7: Monitor application status through the portal or via email notifications
Step 8: Upon approval, download and print the eVisa to present at the Albanian border
⚠️ Important Notes
Albania is not a Schengen member, so a Schengen visa does not grant entry into Albania. Pakistani applicants should ensure their passport has at least 6 months validity. The eVisa is linked electronically to the passport, but a printed copy is strongly recommended at the border. Entry can be refused even with an approved eVisa if border officers are not satisfied with supporting documents.
Common Rejection Reasons
- ✗ Insufficient financial proof or low bank balance
- ✗ Incomplete or incorrectly filled application form
- ✗ Poor quality or non-compliant photograph uploaded
- ✗ Missing or invalid travel health insurance
- ✗ Previous visa violations or overstays in Albania or neighboring countries
- ✗ Suspicious travel history or inconsistent application information
- ✗ Failure to provide confirmed return flight or onward travel tickets
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Pakistani passport holders can apply for an Albanian eVisa online through the official portal at https://e-visa.al without needing to visit an embassy in person.
The tourist eVisa for Pakistani passport holders generally allows a stay of up to 30 days. The visa is valid for 90 days from the date of issuance, meaning you must enter within that window.
Yes, travel health insurance is a mandatory requirement. It must be valid for the entire duration of your stay in Albania and must provide minimum coverage of EUR 30,000.
It is recommended to apply at least 2 weeks before your intended travel date to allow sufficient processing time. Standard processing takes 3 to 7 business days.
While Albania is not a Schengen country, having a valid Schengen, US, or UK visa can be viewed positively by Albanian authorities and may support your application, though it is not a formal requirement.
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