The "Unique Permit Application" electronic service enables foreign citizens, who wish to stay and work in the territory of the Republic of Albania, to apply for a unique permit in the Republic of Albania. By making the application only electronically, the physical presence of the foreign citizen in Albania at the time of application is eliminated. The application along with the accompanying documents will be submitted online only once, and the responsible structures will process it according to the legal procedure in force until the issuance of the unique permit with an electronic stamp.

Through the service, you can apply for the following reasons:

• Employment, Self-Employment;
• Highly qualified employees;
• Transferred within the enterprise;
• Investors;
• Digital Mover.

To apply for a Unique Permit, the applicant must be sure to meet the following minimum requirements:

• Possesses a valid travel document recognized in the Republic of Albania
• There is a valid motive to stay in the Republic of Albania based on Law 79/2021 "For foreigners";
• Has or provides sufficient income to afford accommodation and living in Albania;
• It does not constitute a danger to order, national security or public health in Albania.

Legal basis:

• Law 79/2021 "For foreigners";
• VKM no. 858, dated 29.12.2021 "On determining the criteria, procedures and documentation for the entry, stay and treatment of foreigners in the Republic of Albania".

Procedure steps

• Choose the "Application for Unique Permit" service;
• Click the "Use" button;
• Choose the type of motive for which you will apply and download the payment mandate. Payment can be made at second level banks.
• Complete the electronic form correctly with the necessary data according to all fields;