Albania is just across the Adriatic from Italy — ferries run from Bari and Brindisi, and flights take about an hour. Italians already know the coast well, and property prices on the Albanian Riviera remain far below comparable locations in Puglia or Sicily.
Why Italian buyers choose Albania
No restrictions for EU citizens
Prices far below the Italian coast
Low annual taxes and maintenance
One hour by ferry or flight from Italy
Strong summer rental demand
Italian widely understood in Albania
Purchase process for Italian buyers
Italian citizens follow the standard EU buyer process in Albania.
- 1. Find a property and agree on price.
- 2. Sign a preliminary contract and pay a deposit.
- 3. Apply for an Albanian tax number (NIPT).
- 4. Transfer funds from Italy.
- 5. Sign the final deed at a notary.
- 6. Register the property in your name.
Money transfers from Italy
Euro transfers from Italian banks to Albania are simple. Large transfers may require the purchase contract or invoice. We help prepare the paperwork so everything is ready for your bank and the Albanian authorities.
Taxes and ongoing obligations
Purchase costs include notary, registration, and transfer tax. Annual property tax is very low. Italian tax residents must declare foreign real estate in their annual tax return.