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Albania visa for Saudis: visa-free for tourism until end-2026

The turquoise beaches of Ksamil, the Albanian Riviera and its UNESCO towns: Albania is visa-free for tourism until the end of 2026. We find you flights and the lowest available rate for your hotel.

Travel to Albania without a visa, and we'll arrange your tripSend us your travel date and the number of travellers, and we'll find you flights and the lowest available rate for your hotel.
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Do you need a visa?
No, for tourism, under a temporary waiver
Waiver period
15 April to 31 December 2026
Length of stay
Up to 90 days in 180
Passport validity
At least 3 months after your departure date
With a valid visa
Holders of a valid, previously used multiple-entry Schengen, US or UK visa can enter visa-free for up to 90 days in 180, all year round
Flights
Seasonal summer flights from Riyadh to Tirana on flynas, and year-round via Istanbul or Dubai

What you need on entry

  • A Saudi passport valid for at least 3 months after your departure date
  • A return ticket and hotel booking, which may be requested on entry

Your trip with us, step by step

  1. Tell us your cities, dates and number of travellers
  2. We find you flight options and the lowest available hotel rates
  3. You confirm the booking and receive your tickets and hotel confirmations
  4. You travel on your passport and enter without a visa

Important tips

  • The waiver is temporary and for tourism only, until 31 December 2026, so check it's still in force before you travel.
  • Beaches in July and August are busy, so book your seaside hotel early.
  • The drive from Tirana to Ksamil takes about 4 to 5 hours, so give the south its own nights.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Saudis need a visa for Albania?

Not for tourism at the moment: a temporary waiver runs from 15 April to 31 December 2026, for up to 90 days in 180.

What happens after 31 December 2026?

A visa will be needed unless the waiver is extended, except for holders of a valid, previously used multiple-entry Schengen, US or UK visa.

How long must my passport be valid to enter Albania?

At least 3 months after your departure date.

Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; entry requirements are set by the official authorities and may change, so check them before you travel.