Unique permit – employment (Leje unike – punësim)
Unique permit – employment is a residence route in Albania (Employment). Contract with Albanian employer (sponsor), labour-market check, accommodation, insurance; combined work + residence permit via e-Albania; renewable for 2–3 yrs. Fees ~ALL 4,000/person (approx).
Requirements at a glance
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.
| Category | Employment |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 120 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | 5 |
| Citizenship | 7 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | all |
| Tax | Residents taxed worldwide: PIT 0/13/23%; dividends 8%; no wealth tax |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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