Albania e-Visa for citizens of East Timor: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of East Timor apply online before departure.
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Do you hold a valid Schengen, US or UK visa? Visa-free entry. Valid multiple-entry Schengen, EU, US or UK visa already used, or a valid residence permit. With a Schengen document, leave Albania at least 3 days before it expires. Official source (punetejashtme.gov.al)
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Our guide to the Albania visa from East Timor
Holders of a Timor-Leste passport must obtain an e-visa or electronic travel authorization online before departing for Albania. Apply through the official Albanian authorities’ portal or contact the competent embassy for the official process.
Complete the online process before travelling to Albania and check requirements directly with an official source. Operational details, including upload requirements and fees, should be confirmed through the official portal or the competent embassy.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Travellers holding a Timor-Leste passport must obtain an e-visa or electronic travel authorization before travelling to Albania. This formality must be completed before departure, not on arrival.
How much does an e-visa for Albania cost from East Timor?
The official fee for an e-visa for Albania is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Albania really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for an e-visa for Albania?
Documents required for an e-visa for Albania:
- Passport valid 3 months beyond departure
- Completed application form
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Bank statements (3 months)
- Travel medical insurance
- Employment certificate or proof of activity
Documents and fees
The documents to upload and the applicable fees are not specified here. Consult the official Albanian authorities’ portal for the current list of required documents, accepted formats and payment arrangements. The competent embassy can also confirm requirements for holders of a Timor-Leste passport.
How to apply for an e-visa for Albania from East Timor
- 1Fill in the form on the destination’s official portal.
- 2Upload the required documents (passport, photo, supporting papers).
- 3Pay the fee online by card.
- 4Receive the authorisation by email, usually without a consular visit.
- 5Show the authorisation, printed or on your phone, at boarding.
How to apply
Apply online before departure through the official Albanian authorities’ portal, where available. Follow the steps published on that portal and provide the information requested in the application. If access to the portal is unavailable, contact the competent embassy to confirm the official procedure.
Where do you apply for a visa for Albania from East Timor?
An e-visa for Albania is filed entirely online: there is no counter to visit and no file to hand in. The only address that matters is the official portal.
- The application, the supporting documents and the payment all go through the official portal, from any country.
- Lookalike sites copy the portal’s name and layout, then resell the same application with a margin. Check the domain before you type in a passport number.
- The authorisation arrives by email. Keep a printed copy, some airlines ask for it at boarding.
You live in East Timor on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in East Timor but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does an e-visa for Albania take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the e-visa is granted.
Processing times and tips
No processing time is stated here. Submit the online application before departure and consult the official portal for updates on the procedure. Review all information carefully before submission and retain any confirmations received, following the instructions issued by Albanian authorities.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
Avoid unofficial intermediary websites, which may charge extra service fees. Use the official Albanian authorities’ portal or contact the competent embassy if you need clarification.
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Other visa types for Albania
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on September 11, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
eVisa / authorization
Entry regime
eVisa / authorization
Official websiteTo confirm
Transit visa
Transit visa
Duration
5 days
Processing time
10 business days
Official websiteVerified
Business visa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Family Reunification
Family reunification
Duration
1 year
Processing time
20 business days
Official websiteVerified
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Work visa
Work visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Processing time
20 business days
Official websiteVerified
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