Low riskEurope · Southern EuropeAlbania Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Albania carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for direct travel from the US, but is required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure all your routine vaccines are current, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Albania age 1 and older. Special dosing applies for infants and high-risk travelers.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all unvaccinated travelers to Albania.
Measles
Measles vaccination is essential due to rising cases worldwide. All travelers should be fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel.
Rabies
Rabies is not common in dogs in Albania and vaccines are available if needed. Pre-exposure vaccination may be considered for high-risk activities or limited access to medical care.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for direct travel from the US, but is required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk.
Disease risks
Emergency numbers
Police
129
Medical / Ambulance
127
Fire
128
U.S. Embassy
+355-4-2247-285
Albania travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Albania?▼
For travel to Albania, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Measles are recommended; Rabies and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in Albania?▼
No — Albania is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to Albania?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Albania is currently rated low risk. Albania carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B. Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for direct travel from the US, but is required if coming from countries with yellow fever risk.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Albania?▼
Key emergency numbers in Albania are Police 129, Medical / Ambulance 127, Fire 128 and U.S. Embassy +355-4-2247-285. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.