Albanian visa for Irish citizens
A visa is NOT required for Irish passport holders visiting Albania for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Irish citizens to enter Albania for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Albania e-visa for Irish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Albania visa on arrival for Irish citizens | Not Available | |
Albania tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Irish passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Albania.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Albania.
If you are looking for Albania visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Ireland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Albania nearest your place of residence.
- London: The Embassy of in London, ~ 544.63 kilometers (338.42 mi) away from Dublin, Ireland. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 7 minutes).
- The Hague: The Embassy of in The Hague, ~ 818.08 kilometers (508.33 mi) away from Dublin, Ireland. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 37 minutes).
Albania visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Albania diplomatic mission offices to Ireland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ireland traveling to Albania from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ireland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 6,983 | N/A |
| 2009 | 9,582 | 37.22% |
| 2010 | 12,270 | 28.05% |
| 2011 | 13,826 | 12.68% |
| 2012 | 17,674 | 27.83% |
| 2013 | 15,999 | -9.48% |
| 2014 | 18,710 | 16.94% |
| 2015 | 21,190 | 13.25% |
| 2016 | 22,792 | 7.56% |
| 2017 | 26,001 | 14.08% |
| 2018 | 29,904 | 15.01% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Albania & Ireland comparison
Albania's area is approximately 27,400 km2 (10,579 sq mi), while the area of Ireland is approximately 68,890 km2 (26,598 sq mi). This means Ireland is 2.51 times bigger than Albania.
As of October 2025, Albania's population is ~2.9 million people - 2,354,801 fewer people than the population of Ireland.
We have highlighted Albania & Ireland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Albania | Ireland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,861,969 | 5,216,770 | 2.4 million fewer people live in Albania than Ireland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 87 | Albania has 31 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ireland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 76 | 135 | Albania passport holders visit 59 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 58 | 82 | Albanian hosts 24 fewer foreign missions than Ireland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ireland travel to Albania in one year?
The number of visitors from Ireland visiting Albania in 2018 was approximately 29,904.
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Useful Information
- Tirana to Dublin: 3033.05 km (1884.65 mi)
- Travel time: 6 hours 19 minutes
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