Filling the 2026 Albania E-Visa Portal: A Practical Field Guide for Egyptian Citizens
For Egyptian travelers, the 2026 Albania e-visa application is a process of extreme precision. The digital portal acts as a strict filter; if the text you enter into the application "boxes" does not align perfectly with your scanned documents, the system may delay your review. Whether you are departing from Cairo International or Alexandria, this guide focuses on the technical "input fields" you must master within the 2026 interface.
2026 Portal Fees and Account Activation
Before you see the form boxes, you must register a secure account. In 2026, the administrative processing fee for an Egyptian citizen is 60 Euro (approximately 3,200 EGP). This is a non-refundable fee paid via a secure digital link once your data entries pass the initial system check. The standard processing window is 15 to 20 business days, so we recommend initiating the application at least 45 days before your flight. For a complete list of costs for business or long-stay visas, check our Albania Visa Types and Prices page.
Technical Field Breakdown: Navigating the Boxes
The 2026 application is divided into "Data Clusters." Each box has specific character requirements.
Field Set 1: Biographical Integrity
In the "Personal Data" tab, your entries must reflect your Egyptian passport’s machine-readable zone:
Given Names & Surname: Enter these in English characters exactly as they appear. Do not include prefixes like "Eng," "Dr," or "Mohamed" unless it is explicitly part of the name field in your passport.
Place of Birth: This box should match the city/governorate listed on your passport, not your current residence.
National ID Number: Use your 14-digit Egyptian National ID number here without any spaces or special characters.
Field Set 2: Passport and Eligibility Logic
The "Travel Document" boxes are verified against international databases:
Passport Number: Type your 9-character passport number carefully.
Date of Expiry: Your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond your departure from Albania. Use the calendar widget to ensure the date format is "DD/MM/YYYY."
Visa Type: Select "Short Stay - Type C" for tourism. This selection will determine which upload boxes appear in the final step.
Field Set 3: Host and Logistics Details
The "Accommodation" section is where the 2026 portal is most demanding:
Host Name/Hotel Name: Type the full registered name of your lodging.
Local Phone Number: You must provide an Albanian contact (+355). Use the hotel’s verified reception number.
Means of Support: In this dropdown, select "Cash" or "Credit Card." The 2026 system cross-checks this against your bank statement.
2026 Mandatory Uploads for Egyptians
After completing the text boxes, you move to the "Evidence" tab. For Egypt citizens, the quality of these scans is vital:
The 12-Month Bank Statement: You must upload a PDF statement covering a full year. The 2026 system requires this to be a clear, stamped version showing sufficient funds (min. 50 Euro/day).
Professional Proof: Upload your HR Letter (in English) or your commercial register (Sijil Tijari) in the "Occupational Proof" box.
Logistics: PDF versions of your round-trip flight and confirmed hotel bookings must be uploaded. Ensure the arrival/departure dates match the boxes you filled in the previous step.
For a full checklist of every file required for your nationality, visit our albania e visa required documents for egypt section.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I hold a valid US, UK, or Schengen visa?
If you have a multiple-entry visa for the US, UK, or Schengen area that you have already used once, you might be exempt from the visa requirement. However, in 2026, you must still enter these details into the "Other Visas" box in the portal to confirm your eligibility before your journey.
Can I pay the 60 Euro fee with a local EGP debit card?
Due to currency fluctuations and international payment restrictions in 2026, many Egyptian cards are blocked for foreign government payments. We recommend using a credit card enabled for international Euro transactions or a USD-linked card to ensure the payment clears.
How is the e-visa delivered once approved?
The Albanian Ministry will email you a PDF certificate. It is mandatory in 2026 to print a high-quality physical copy of this e-visa. Relying on a digital copy on your phone can cause significant delays at the Cairo airport check-in or the Albanian border.
Final Verification Before Submission
The final step is the "Review Summary" screen. Verify the Passport Number and Dates of Stay boxes one last time. If there is a typo, the 2026 system will not allow corrections after the fee is paid, and you will have to restart the entire application.
