{"data":{"program":{"slug":"albania-unique-permit-for-investors","name":"Albania Unique Permit for Investors","url":"https://www.imidaily.com/albania-unique-permit-for-investors/","country":"Albania","region":"Europe","program_type":"Active Investor Visa","status_granted":"Temporary Residency","min_investment_usd":null,"investment_options":["Business Investment"],"investment_range":null,"passive_investment":"No","min_annual_income_usd":null,"income_range":null,"min_net_worth_usd":null,"max_years_validity":null,"max_years_extension":null,"annual_stay_days":181,"pr_or_citizenship_possible":false,"years_to_pr":5,"years_to_citizenship":7,"tax_residency_required_for_naturalization":"Yes","dual_citizenship":"Permitted","visa_free_countries":127,"notable_visa_free":["European Union","China","United Arab Emirates"],"settlement_blocs":[],"country_attributes":["High safety","Mild climate","Low cost of living"],"program_attributes":[],"experts":[{"name":"Plan-B Outbound Migration Consultancy","profile_url":"https://www.imidaily.com/official-partner/plan-b-outbound-migration-consultancy/","type":"IMI Official Partner"},{"name":"Calvin S. Mazlumyan","company":"Plan-B Outbound Migration Consultancy","profile_url":"https://www.imidaily.com/pro/calvin-s-mazlumyan/","type":"IMI Pro"},{"name":"Valentino Coletto","company":"REFRAMED","profile_url":"https://www.imidaily.com/pro/valentino-coletto/","type":"IMI Pro"}],"details":{"overview":"The Albania Unique Permit for Investors allows foreign nationals to obtain long-term residency by establishing or managing investments in Albania. There is no minimum investment requirement, making it accessible to a broad range of investors.\n\nApplicants must demonstrate active involvement in their investment or business and comply with Albanian residency regulations. The permit also provides a pathway to citizenship after seven years of legal residence, subject to meeting specific conditions.","how_to_qualify":"To qualify for the **Albania Unique Permit for Investors**, applicants must meet the following requirements:\n\n**Investment Evaluation**\n- Applicants must undergo an evaluation by the **evaluation commission for investors**. This assessment ensures that their investment aligns with the requirements of the program and contributes to Albania’s economy.\n\n**Proof of Tax Compliance**\n- Applicants must provide a certificate from the **tax authorities** confirming the registration and payment of tax obligations, including health and social insurance contributions in Albania.\n\n**Valid Travel Document**\n- A photocopy of a **valid travel document** is required.\n\n**Recent Photos**\n- Applicants must submit **photos taken in the last 6 months** (47×36mm).\n\n**Evidence of Accommodation**\n- Applicants must provide evidence of **suitable accommodation** in Albania, such as a certificate or lease contract that complies with the country’s housing standards.\n\n**Proof of Business Registration**\n- Applicants must submit proof of the **registration of the business activity** in the **National Business Center (NBC)**.\n\n**Financial Reports**\n- A financial report demonstrating the **progress of the investment activity** is mandatory.","benefits":"- Mild climate\n- High safety\n- Low cost of living\n- Path to citizenship\n- Short processing time","citizenship_timeline":"To qualify for Albanian permanent residence, applicants must legally reside in Albania for at least **5 continuous years**.\n\nAfter holding permanent residence for an additional 2 years (a total of **7 years** of legal residence) applicants become eligible to apply for Albanian citizenship.\n\nBrowse 195 countries’ paths to citizenship in the hyper-detailed [IMI Citizenship Catalog](https://www.imidaily.com/citizenship-catalog/).","legal_basis":"Applications for this program may be directed to the **[Migration Authority under the Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Albania](https://e-albania.al/)**.\n\nLegislation upon which this program is based:\n- Law No. 108/2013 on Foreigners, as amended\n- Decision of the Council of Ministers No. 513/2019\n- Law No. 9901"}},"experts_ordering":"Order rotates daily so every listed professional takes turns at the top. Official Partners are listed before IMI Pros. Order does not indicate rank or quality.","as_of":"2026-11-14T18:23:12.108Z"},"meta":{"publisher":"IMI Daily","attribution":"Source: IMI Daily (https://www.imidaily.com). Free to use with credit to IMI Daily and a link to the item's url.","license":"https://www.imidaily.com/api/terms","disclaimer":"General information only, not legal, tax or investment advice. Rules change often; confirm with the official source or a licensed professional before acting.","generated_at":"2026-11-14T18:23:12.108Z"}}