Residence permit – pensioner (Leje qëndrimi – pensionist)

Residence permit – pensioner is a residence route in Albania (Retraite). Foreign pension with annual income ≥ ~ALL 1.2M (~EUR 12k, low confidence), accommodation, health insurance, clean record. Renewable yearly; spouse included. Fees ~ALL 4,000/person (approx).

Planning reference · Data snapshot 2026-10

Figures and requirements are indicative database snapshots, not newly verified eligibility decisions or personalised tax calculations. A residence permit does not automatically determine tax residence. Confirm conditions, deadlines and amounts in their original currency with the relevant authorities.

Tax residence in Albania

Tax residence can arise from having a residence in Albania under its Civil Code, or spending more than 183 days there within a 365-day period.

The tax authority also treats Albanian diplomatic, consular and similar officials abroad as resident. Residents are generally taxed on worldwide income. Source: Albanian General Directorate of Taxation, Individual guidance (checked 8 October 2026).

Your previous country applies its own residence tests separately. If both countries treat you as resident, the applicable tax treaty may resolve treaty residence.

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Requirements at a glance

You need an annual income of about CHF 11'640. You must spend about 183 days a year in the country to keep it. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 7 years.

How holders are taxed

Residents taxed worldwide: PIT 0/13/23%; dividends 8%; no wealth tax

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

Catégorie	Retraite
Investissement	—
Frais (famille)	CHF 120
Revenu / an	CHF 11'640
Avoirs	—
Séjour min.	183
Résidence perm.	5
Citoyenneté	7
Travail	no
Éligibles	all
Impôts	Residents taxed worldwide: PIT 0/13/23%; dividends 8%; no wealth tax
État au	2026-10

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