Despite the fact that tourism in hospitable Albania has begun to develop relatively recently, holidaymakers who have already visited this Balkan country remain in full delight. Why do not you spend a long vacation on the cleanest beaches of the Adriatic Sea, not to visit the beautiful corners of nature, unusual cultural attractions, not to taste bright dishes of national cuisine? However, first of all, when planning a trip, you should find out whether you need a visa to Albania, and also how to arrange it, if necessary.
Albania - visa for Russians 2015
In general, the clearance of an access document to this state on the Balkan Peninsula is necessary. However, in 2104, from 25 May to 30 September (in the summer season), citizens of the Russian Federation were allowed to enter the country freely for up to 90 days, and, once every six months. It is expected that in 2015 this relaxation will continue. However, on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country this has not yet been reported. In the rest of the year, Albania needs a visa for Russians.
In addition, a visa will not be required if you are already a happy holder of multiple Schengen visas (C, D), visas to the US or the UK. However, at the same time, the holder of the document should visit one of these countries.
How to apply for a visa for Russians in Albania?
In addition to the summer period and the presence of a multiple visa to Europe and the United States, in all other cases it is necessary to visit the consulate of this country. So first you need to prepare the following package of documents:
- Foreign passport and its copies. Please note that the passport must be valid for at least six months.
- Color photos in the amount of 2 units. Their size is 3,5х4,5 cm. And the photos are performed against a light background.
- Visa application form. It can be filled in Albanian, English or Russian.
- Confirming documents, namely: booking a hotel room, an invitation from an Albanian travel agency or a travel voucher. Documents should be certified by a notary.
- A copy of the insurance policy with a cover amount exceeding 30,000 euros.
- Documents confirming your solvency, namely: references from work, where your position, salary, bank account are indicated. The document should be signed by the head of the organization.
In the event that you are not officially employed, you should submit a certificate from the work of the spouse and, of course, a copy of the marriage certificate. The application for a visa to Albania can be considered at the consulate within seven working days. As for the visa fee, a single visa will cost the recipient 40 euros, multiple - 50 euros.