Unique permit – self-employed / business owner (Leje unike – i vetëpunësuar)
Unique permit – self-employed / business owner is a residence route in Albania (יזם). Register business with QKB, business plan, proof of capital/means and professional qualifications; combined residence + work permit via e-Albania. 1 yr, renewals up to 2–3 yrs. Fees ~ALL 4,000/person (approx).
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
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.
| קטגוריה | יזם |
|---|---|
| השקעה | — |
| אגרות (משפחה) | CHF 120 |
| הכנסה / שנה | — |
| נכסים | — |
| שהיית מינ׳ | 183 |
| קבע | 5 |
| אזרחות | 7 |
| עבודה | ownBusiness |
| זכאים | all |
| מס | Residents taxed worldwide: PIT 0/13/23%; dividends 8%; no wealth tax |
| נכון ל | 2026-10 |
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