Quick fact
Population:2,793,592
Capital: Tirana
Language: Albania
Currency: Lek
GDP: $25,297 billion
[nominal,2024[$59,099 billion]
Major source of income:
Agriculture
If you have been considering
travelling about to start a new work life, I think Albania should come into your
bucket list.
Albania is a country located in
Southeastern Europe in the Balkan peninsula with an Adriatic and Ionian
coastline. Neighboring countries include Greece, Macedonia, Montenegro and
Kosovo. Albania has a strategic location along the strait of Otranto linking to
Mediterranean Sea.
The car of choice in Albania is
Mercedes. It is also the birthplace of Mother Teresa. Albania is also known for
its medieval-era castles, exotic beaches and Ottoman architectures lined up on
the streets.
There are many reasons to
consider working in Albania. First, it is a European country (although not a
Schengen state now but will join Schengen very soon).
Two, getting visa to go and work
in Albania is very easy and stress free. You might not have to go through the
stress of visa refusal like other countries.
Another reason to consider Albania is that
life there is cheaper and affordable there compared to other European countries
and the people are very nice. Your employment just have to complete work
request permit before you start a job. It typically takes no more than 30 days
after submitting the documentation to get an approval or denial.
It might also interest you to
know that the literacy level in Albania is 99%. So that means if you are living
in this country, you are definitely living in one of the countries with high
literacy level. The mainstay in Albania is Agriculture. That means that you
will have a lot to eat and if you like Agric (or you studied any course related
to Agriculture like Agric Engineering, Agric Economics, etc.), you should be
counting your fingers because you might be earning about five figures in a
month. In short, you shouldn’t be looking for work for so long because your
skills will always be needed in this country.
In terms of work permit, some
work permits have restrictions, but the overall validity periods of the permit depend
on the type.
There are four main Albanian work permit categories:
Type A: Permit for economic activities for both
employers and employees.
Type B: Independent economics activity permits.
Type C: Permit for special occasions.
Type D: Permanent work permit for eligible
foreigners.
All foreigners need a visa to enter Albania and a residence
permit to live there.
Type
of Work Available In Albania
All types of jobs are available
in Albania. The service sector and Agriculture have the highest job demands.
But the people working in the financial sector get the highest pay.
At the moment, here are the
skilled and unskilled workers demanded in Albania.
*Bricklayer
*Plumber
*Painter
*Carpenter
*Mechanic
*Mason
*Electricians
*Non-motor mechanic
*Drivers
*Butchers
*Miner
- Hotelier
- Cleaners
Document
Required To Apply
To apply for any of the above listed Jobs, applicants should
have the following documents:
-Valid International Passport (for at least 2 years]
-Passport Photograph
-Copy of Diploma (School certificate, Degree or Diploma)
-Updated CV
-Clear criminal record (Police character certificate)
-Clean bill of health (Medical report from approved
government hospital)
-Processing fee
Processing Duration
To get a work permit to Albania, applicants should note that
the processing takes three[3] to four[4] months. You cannot travel to Albania
until you get your work visa.
Frequently Asked Questions [FAQ’S]
1. I have a school certificate; can I work in Albania? Yes,
only school certificate is required. If you have other certificate like degree
or diploma, this is an advantage.
2. Is English test or English language proficiency
required to work in Albania? No, You do not need to provide or show a proof
the IELTS to work in Albania.
3. How can I get a visa to work in Albania from Nigeria? You
will get an E-visa. We can help you to apply for an E-visa.
4. How long does the visa last? You will get a 1-year
visa after signing your employment contract.
5. How much will I earn while working in Albania?
This depends on the type of job you are choosing. But averagely, you should be
earning between $500 to $1,000 per month.
6. What currency is spent in Albania? Lek
7. What happens after my job contract or visa expires?
Your employer will renew your job contract for you.
8. How many hours will I be required to work in Albania?
Approximately 43.7 hours.
9. How much is one Albania lek compared to US Dollar?
It is 0.01
10. How good or how hospitable are the people of Albania?
Albania people are friendly and hospitable.
Still have more information or
ready to work in Albania,
Contact: Gemsland Study Abroad
& Tours: gemslandstudyabroad@gmail.com
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