Consider Working in Albania

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,

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