Filling the 2026 Albania E-Visa Online Form: Official Field Guide for Saudi Citizens
As of January 1, 2026, the seasonal visa-free entry for Saudi Arabian citizens has concluded. Saudi passport holders now require a valid electronic visa prior to their departure for Tirana. The 2026 portal has been optimized for precise data entry, meaning every text box you complete must be an exact match with your physical documentation. Whether you are applying from Riyadh, Jeddah, or Dammam, this guide provides a step-by-step technical walkthrough of the digital interface.
2026 Visa Fees and Processing Timelines
For the 2026 period, the administrative fee for an Albania e-visa for Saudi citizens is 60 Euro (approximately 245 SAR). This fee is required to initiate the consular review and is non-refundable. The payment link is triggered once your primary biographical data boxes pass the initial system check. Standard processing for 2026 takes 15 to 20 business days. It is highly recommended to submit your application at least 40 days before your flight. For a complete price list of business or long-stay visas, visit our Albania Visa Types and Prices page.
Technical Field Breakdown: Navigating the 2026 Boxes
The online form is organized into three primary data clusters. Every "input box" must be filled with Latin characters as per your passport.
Field Set 1: Biographical Integrity Boxes
First Name & Surname: Enter these exactly as they appear in the English section of your Saudi passport. Do not include titles or family prefixes unless they are part of the official name field in the machine-readable zone (MRZ).
Date of Birth: Use the integrated calendar tool to select your birth date; manual entry is restricted to prevent formatting errors.
Place of Birth: This box must match the city listed on your passport's bio-data page.
Field Set 2: Passport and Travel Authorization
Passport Number: Enter your passport number without spaces or special characters.
Expiry Date Box: Albania requires your passport to be valid for at least 6 months after your planned departure date.
Visa Type: For tourism or short-term visits, select "Type C - Short Stay."
Field Set 3: Host and Accommodation Data
Host/Hotel Name Box: Type the full registered name of your hotel in Albania.
Albanian Phone Number: A local contact starting with (+355) is mandatory in this field. If staying at a hotel, use their official front-desk number.
Physical Address: Provide the complete street address and city in Albania (e.g., Tirana, Sarandë, or Vlorë).
2026 Mandatory Digital Uploads for Saudi Citizens
After completing the text boxes, the system moves to the "Evidence" tab. For Saudi applicants, the 2026 standards require high-resolution PDF or JPEG files:
Financial Support Box: Upload a PDF bank statement covering the last 6 to 12 months. The system checks for a consistent balance to cover at least 50 Euro per day of stay.
Professional Proof: Upload your employment certificate (stamped by the Chamber of Commerce if applicable) or business registration in the "Occupational Status" field.
Logistics: Upload your confirmed round-trip flight itinerary and hotel vouchers. Ensure the dates match the "Trip Information" boxes exactly.
For a full checklist of every file required for your passport, visit our albania e visa required documents for saudi arabia section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Saudi diplomatic passport holders need an e-visa?
In 2026, holders of Saudi diplomatic and special passports remain exempt from the e-visa requirement for short stays. This guide and the 60 Euro fee apply only to regular passport holders.
Can I pay the 60 Euro fee with a local MADA card?
The portal requires a card enabled for international Euro transactions (Visa or Mastercard). While many MADA cards now support online international payments, we recommend using a dedicated credit card to ensure the transaction clears the Albanian government's gateway.
How is the e-visa delivered?
The approved visa is sent as a PDF via email. In 2026, you must print a high-quality physical copy of this e-visa. Border authorities in Albania require a paper version alongside your passport; digital-only copies on mobile devices are often not accepted.
Final Review Step
The final page of the portal is the "Review Summary." Check the Passport Number and Dates of Stay boxes one last time. In 2026, errors in these fields cannot be edited after the payment stage.
