🇦🇱 Albania Residency & Investment Programs
🇦🇱 Albania Residency & Investment Programs
Albania is emerging as a discreet yet strategic destination for individuals seeking residency in Southeastern Europe. While not part of the Schengen Area, Albania offers visa-free access to many nationalities and maintains favorable bilateral agreements with EU countries. Its residency pathways are particularly attractive for investors, retirees, and digital entrepreneurs looking for low-cost living and long-term stability.
Residency Pathways in Albania
Albania’s legal framework supports several residency options:
Real Estate Investment Residency Foreign nationals may obtain residency by purchasing property in Albania. While there is no formal Golden Visa program, real estate ownership can support long-term stay permits.
Business Formation & Investment Establishing a company or investing in local enterprises may qualify applicants for temporary or permanent residency. This route is popular among entrepreneurs and regional investors.
Retirement & Passive Income Residency Albania welcomes retirees and financially independent individuals who can demonstrate stable income and accommodation.
Digital Nomad & Remote Work Residency (Emerging Category) Albania is developing frameworks to attract remote workers and digital nomads, offering flexible stay options and tax incentives.
Family Reunification & Humanitarian Grounds Residency may also be granted through family ties or special circumstances recognised by Albanian authorities.
Why Choose Albania?
Visa-free access for many nationalities
Low cost of living with Mediterranean lifestyle
Strategic location near EU borders
Growing real estate and tourism sectors
Pathway to permanent residency and citizenship
Albania’s residency programs are not widely advertised and may require personalised legal and immigration support. Contact MJR Atlas Associates for confidential consultation and access to exclusive residency channels.