🇦🇱 Albania · Europe
Safety Albania
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Statistically, Albania is one of the safest destinations in Europe. Crime against tourists is rare and non-violent, mostly minor scams.
Specific risks
Theft & petty crime
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Scams
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Natural disasters
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Health risks
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Political stability
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Areas to avoid
- No truly dangerous area for tourists
- Be careful with local drivers: driving can be chaotic
Emergency numbers
Police
112 ou 129
Ambulance
112 ou 127
Fire department
128
Health & precautions
Vaccinations
- None required
- Up-to-date routine vaccines recommended
Drinking water
Tap water drinkable in Tirana and the major cities; bottled water advised in rural areas.
Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes in summer on the coast, no tropical diseases.
General notes
Uneven public healthcare; the private clinics in Tirana are decent. Travel insurance is strongly recommended, as the European Health Insurance Card is not valid (non-EU).
Women travelers
Safe for women. A respectful welcome, harassment is rare. Standard vigilance at night in party areas.
LGBTQ+ travelers
Homosexuality legal and discrimination banned by law, but society still conservative. Discretion advised outside Tirana.
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