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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Russia citizens need a visa for Albania?

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Russia citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Albania — applied for online before departure.

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Russia vs Albania: passport comparison

Russia

81

visa-free countries

Global rank: #93 · mobility 125.4

Albania

74

visa-free countries

Global rank: #91 · mobility 129
34

countries both Russia and Albania can enter visa-free together

Russia + Albania: passport compatibility

50%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Russia and Albania travel together — by entry type:

34 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
23 both e-visa / eTA
22 both need a visa
99 access differs

Where Russia and Albania can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (34)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Antigua and Barbuda 90 days #61
Armenia 180 days #129
Azerbaijan 90 days #126
Barbados 28 days #48
Belarus 30 days #114
Bosnia and Herzegovina 30 days #88
Brazil 90 days #43
Chile 90 days #45
China 30 days #112
Colombia 90 days #74
Dominica 21 days #70
Dominican Republic 90 days #124
El Salvador 180 days #75
Gambia 90 days #132
Georgia 360 days #83
Guyana 90 days #106
Haiti 90 days #175
Hong Kong 14 days #46
Israel 90 days #51
Kazakhstan 90 days #116
Kyrgyzstan 60 days #134
Macao 30 days #67
Malaysia 30 days #41
Micronesia 30 days #89
Moldova 90 days #92
Montenegro 30 days #76
Palestine 90 days #193
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Serbia 30 days #72
Seychelles 90 days #58
Thailand 60 days #110
Trinidad and Tobago 30 days #63
Turkey 60 days #94
United Arab Emirates 90 days #1

Where else Russia goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Albania

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do Russia citizens need a visa for Albania?
Russia citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Albania — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Russia or Albania?
The Russia passport is stronger: 81 visa-free countries versus 74. Global rank: Russia #93, Albania #91.
Where can Russia and Albania citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 34 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Albania?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Russia and Albania?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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