Long Stay Intra-Corporate Transfer Visa (Type D)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–2 months

Estimated Cost

EUR €100

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Overview

This visa is for employees transferred to an Albanian branch or subsidiary.

The Type D Intra-Corporate Transfer visa allows multinational companies to move key personnel to their Albanian branches. It serves as a preliminary step for obtaining a long-term residence permit. Applicants must provide proof of employment and corporate registration to qualify.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

1 year

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Employment contract with the foreign entity and the Albanian branch

Proof of registration of the foreign entity

Proof of sufficient financial means

Clean criminal record certificate

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Employment contract

Foreign entity registration

Proof of funds

Criminal record certificate

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Pathway to residence permit
Allows for corporate mobility

Worth Knowing

Requires subsequent residence permit application
Processing can take up to 2 months
Criminal history
Incomplete corporate registration

Application Process

Apply online via e-visa.al

Attend consular interview if required

Enter Albania

Apply for residence permit within 30 days

Application Forms

e-Visa Portal

Fill online

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