{"id":21640,"date":"2024-06-21T12:20:34","date_gmt":"2024-06-21T10:20:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magictowns.al\/?p=21640"},"modified":"2026-01-02T15:40:35","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T14:40:35","slug":"ce-quil-faut-savoir-avant-de-se-rendre-en-albanie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magictowns.al\/fr\/things-you-should-know-before-travelling-to-albania\/","title":{"rendered":"10 choses \u00e0 savoir avant de partir en Albanie"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Albania has steadily moved from \u201chidden gem\u201d to a country travellers actively seek out. Located in Southeast Europe and still <a href=\"https:\/\/magictowns.al\/fr\/de-combien-dargent-avez-vous-besoin-pour-vivre-confortablement-a-tirana\/\">more affordable<\/a> than most EU destinations, it attracts visitors who want variety without the high costs or crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some travellers discover Albania while researching budget-friendly trips. Others arrive intentionally, curious to see whether it really offers what social media and travel blogs promise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In most cases, the experience is positive, but only if expectations are realistic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide covers what travelling in Albania looks like in 2026, what has changed in recent years, and what you no longer need to worry about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"print-your-boarding-pass\"><strong>Entry Requirements and Travel Basics <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For most travellers, entering Albania is straightforward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/punetejashtme.gov.al\/en\/regjimi-i-vizave-per-te-huajt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">No visa is required<\/a><\/strong> for EU, UK, US, Canadian, Australian, and many other passport holders for short stays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Boarding passes do not need to be printed.<\/strong> Mobile boarding passes are widely accepted at Albanian airports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>passport is required<\/strong>; national ID cards are accepted only for certain neighbouring countries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are no special health or COVID-related entry requirements as of 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Airports, border crossings, and airline processes are largely digitised, and Albania no longer feels behind in basic travel infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"driving-can-be-challenging\"><strong>Driving Can Be Challenging<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>La location d'une voiture est tr\u00e8s pratique pour explorer le pays \u00e0 sa guise. Cependant, il faut garder \u00e0 l'esprit que <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" title=\"conduite\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"136\" href=\"https:\/\/magictowns.al\/fr\/securite-routiere-en-albanie\/\">conduite<\/a> in Albania can be a challenge, especially when there&#8217;s a lot of traffic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some rural areas don&#8217;t have the best infrastructure, and roads can be uneven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, don&#8217;t be shocked if you spot locals riding a horse or a mule on village roads. This is common in the Albanian countryside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Conseil :<\/strong> Si vous pr\u00e9voyez de visiter des destinations montagneuses, assurez-vous de louer le type de v\u00e9hicule appropri\u00e9. Tous ne sont pas adapt\u00e9s \u00e0 ce type de terrain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>Si vous \u00eates \u00e0 la recherche d'une assurance auto en Albanie, vous pouvez obtenir un devis instantan\u00e9 aupr\u00e8s de notre partenaire Albsig.  Ils offrent \u00e0 la fois l'assurance obligatoire et l'assurance facultative. <a href=\"https:\/\/web.albsig.al\/sq\/#\/tpl-policy\/cva\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Assurance TPL<\/a> et compl\u00e8te <a href=\"https:\/\/web.albsig.al\/sq\/#\/kasko-insurance\/cva\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Assurance Kasko<\/a> pour une couverture compl\u00e8te.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"make-sure-to-bring-cash-with-you\"><strong>Bring Cash With You<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=async data-opt-id=290078267  fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ml4ds5noqxtv.i.optimole.com\/cb:nu7s.344e2\/w:1024\/h:683\/q:mauto\/g:sm\/f:best\/https:\/\/magictowns.al\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/woman-delivering-paper-bag-receiving-banknotes-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Woman paying by cash for the goods she&#039;s purchased\" class=\"wp-image-28887\" style=\"width:665px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Credit card payment is not accepted everywhere in Albania, so always make sure to bring cash everywhere you go. For example, buses, some shops, and certain restaurants are not likely to operate by card. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Euro is widely accepted in Albania; however, make sure you have some Lek with you in case some places only accept this currency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"be-aware-of-scams\"><strong>Internet, SIM Cards, and Connectivity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Internet access in Albania is reliable and affordable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wi-Fi is standard in accommodations, caf\u00e9s, and restaurants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>eSIMs and digital SIMs are widely used by travellers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Physical SIM cards are easy to buy in city centres (try to avoid purchasing them at the airport, as the cost is higher there)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"public-transport\">Public <strong>Transport<\/strong> is Accessible<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=async data-opt-id=164086810  fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1024\" height=\"714\" src=\"https:\/\/ml4ds5noqxtv.i.optimole.com\/cb:nu7s.344e2\/w:1024\/h:714\/q:mauto\/g:sm\/f:best\/https:\/\/magictowns.al\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/hand-handle-commuting-public-transportation-1024x714.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28888\" style=\"width:714px;height:auto\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Getting around Albania is relatively straightforward. The country has an extensive network of buses and minibuses (known as furgons) connecting major cities and towns. Taxis are also available, but if you&#8217;re on a budget and want to travel longer distances, it&#8217;s better to consider <a href=\"https:\/\/magictowns.al\/fr\/se-deplacer-a-tirana-tout-ce-quil-faut-savoir\/\">public transport<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To be honest, travelling by bus is uncomfortable; they get too crowded, depending on the bus line you take. A conductor typically collects the fare in the traditional way, and it costs 40 cents to travel to locations within a city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Minibuses (called furgons) don&#8217;t have air conditioning most of the time, so it&#8217;s best to skip this way of transportation if that&#8217;s a dealbreaker for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To travel to other cities, look out for bus terminals. Usually, tourists opt for popular destinations like Gjirokastra, Vlora, and Saranda. The South and North Bus Terminal is where you should go. (You can take a taxi or a bus to get there).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Or <a href=\"https:\/\/tirana-albania.com\/tirana-bus-terminals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tirana East Bus Terminal<\/a> to get to other Albanian destinations like Pogradec, Kor\u00e7a, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"people-are-friendly\"><strong>Locals Are Very Friendly<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Albanians are known for their hospitality, and they&#8217;ll go out of their way to assist you.  They are welcoming and friendly, and this is something that surprises a lot of tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many locals speak English and are willing to help if you ask (actually, even if they don&#8217;t speak English, they&#8217;ll probably find a way to help).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Une chose \u00e0 garder \u00e0 l'esprit : <strong>Le regard fixe est courant<\/strong> here. If you notice people staring at you in Albania, do not worry. People are just curious; they don&#8217;t have bad intentions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since we&#8217;re here, you can check out my guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/magictowns.al\/it\/how-to-connect-with-expats-in-albania\/\">how to connect with expats in Albania<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dont-always-trust-google-maps\"><strong>Don&#8217;t Always Trust Google Maps<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Google Maps peut \u00eatre utile, mais il peut aussi \u00eatre tr\u00e8s stressant s'il ne vous guide pas correctement. Par exemple, il indique parfois des itin\u00e9raires plus rapides qui peuvent \u00eatre hors des sentiers battus et accident\u00e9s. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>V\u00e9rifiez toujours l'itin\u00e9raire avant de prendre la route et choisissez les routes principales. Vous ne voulez certainement pas vous retrouver au milieu de nulle part, surtout dans un pays inconnu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"connect-your-trip\"><strong>Visit Other Places Nearby<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to visit as many places as you can, you can connect trips. For example, from <a href=\"https:\/\/magictowns.al\/fr\/choses-a-faire-a-saranda-albanie\/\">Saranda<\/a>, you can take a ferry that takes you to Corfu. From Shkodra, you can easily visit Montenegro. Or you can make a road trip to Ohrid, Macedonia, from Pogradec.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when-to-visit\">Best Time to Visit Albania<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=async data-opt-id=742735597  fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/ml4ds5noqxtv.i.optimole.com\/cb:nu7s.344e2\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/g:sm\/f:best\/https:\/\/magictowns.al\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-editedpexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-2.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful landscape of Albania, with bloomed flowers and mountain views\" class=\"wp-image-28890\" style=\"width:527px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ml4ds5noqxtv.i.optimole.com\/cb:nu7s.344e2\/w:1440\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/g:sm\/f:best\/https:\/\/magictowns.al\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-editedpexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-2.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/ml4ds5noqxtv.i.optimole.com\/cb:nu7s.344e2\/w:300\/h:225\/q:mauto\/g:sm\/f:best\/https:\/\/magictowns.al\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-editedpexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-2.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ml4ds5noqxtv.i.optimole.com\/cb:nu7s.344e2\/w:1024\/h:768\/q:mauto\/g:sm\/f:best\/https:\/\/magictowns.al\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-editedpexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ml4ds5noqxtv.i.optimole.com\/cb:nu7s.344e2\/w:768\/h:576\/q:mauto\/g:sm\/f:best\/https:\/\/magictowns.al\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-editedpexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-2.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ml4ds5noqxtv.i.optimole.com\/cb:nu7s.344e2\/w:16\/h:12\/q:mauto\/g:sm\/f:best\/https:\/\/magictowns.al\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-editedpexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-2.jpg 16w, https:\/\/ml4ds5noqxtv.i.optimole.com\/cb:nu7s.344e2\/w:1440\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/g:sm\/f:best\/dpr:2\/https:\/\/magictowns.al\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-editedpexels-tila-dal-235372736-12833026-2.jpg 2x\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Le meilleur moment pour <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" title=\"visiter l&#039;Albanie\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"213\" href=\"https:\/\/magictowns.al\/fr\/meilleure-periode-pour-visiter-lalbanie\/\">visiter l'Albanie<\/a> is during the less-crowded months, like June and September. These months offer pleasant weather, and you get to enjoy the sights more comfortably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bien que l'hiver en Albanie ne soit pas trop froid, il est pr\u00e9f\u00e9rable de se rendre au printemps ou au d\u00e9but de l'automne pour d\u00e9couvrir la beaut\u00e9 naturelle du pays sans les foules de l'\u00e9t\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"safety-and-security\"><strong>S\u00fbret\u00e9 et s\u00e9curit\u00e9<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>L'Albanie est g\u00e9n\u00e9ralement un pays <a href=\"https:\/\/magictowns.al\/fr\/voyager-en-toute-securite-en-albanie-precautions-essentielles-et-conseils-de-securite-pour-un-voyage-sans-soucis\/\">pays s\u00fbr<\/a> pour les voyageurs. Dans les lieux tr\u00e8s fr\u00e9quent\u00e9s, il est conseill\u00e9 de rester vigilant, en particulier dans les lieux touristiques. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ready-to-plan-your-trip\">Ready to Plan Your Trip?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is your sign to book that ticket and plan your trip to Albania! We&#8217;re sure you&#8217;ll have an amazing time, and with these tips in mind, even a comfortable journey. For similar tips and a lot more valuable content on Albania, feel free to join our online community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons my-button is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 has-custom-font-size is-style-fill my-button has-medium-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/albaniaweekly.substack.com\/\" style=\"border-radius:100px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">S'abonner \u00e0 la newsletter <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<div id=\"daexthefu-container\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"daexthefu-container daexthefu-layout-side-by-side daexthefu-alignment-center\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-post-id=\"21640\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<div 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