Data verified
Philippines passport holders: Multiple entry for Albania. Fee: EUR 35 (~USD 40.7). Processing: 10-15 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
eVisa available. Short-stay Type C (90 days): ~EUR 35 (~PHP 2,375). Long-stay Type D: ~EUR 100. Holders of valid multi-entry Schengen/US/UK visa are EXEMPT from Albania visa for 90 days — popular workaround for Filipinos.
Visa types: eVisa (single/multiple entry, 90-day stay); Tourist Visa C; Business Visa; Student Visa D; Work Visa D; Family Reunification; Transit. Visa-free for valid Schengen multi-entry visa holders (90 days in 180).
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 90 days from issue (Tourist C). Max Stay: 90 days within 180. Long-stay D up to 1 year.
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay); Online application at e-albania.al; Recent digital photo; Travel itinerary; Bank statement (EUR 50/day proof); Hotel booking; Return ticket; Travel insurance; PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; For Schengen-holder waiver: copy of valid Schengen visa already used at least once.
Visa types (1)
eVisa available. Short-stay Type C (90 days): ~EUR 35 (~PHP 2,375). Long-stay Type D: ~EUR 100. Holders of valid multi-entry Schengen/US/UK visa are EXEMPT from Albania visa for 90 days — popular workaround for Filipinos.
Common rejection reasons
Common PH rejections: (1) Albania frequently used as Schengen backdoor — Filipino TNT (Tago ng Tago) overstay risk flagged; (2) Insufficient bank balance proof; (3) Lack of return ticket; (4) Weak travel history; (5) Young single applicants without strong home ties; (6) Inconsistent travel plan vs declared profession; (7) Limited Philippines-Albania flow raises suspicion.
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