Find official contact details, opening hours and consular services for the Embassy of Albania in Berlin, Germany.
Contact Details
| Address | Friedrichstrasse 231, 10969 Berlin, Germany |
| Telephone | +49 30 25 93 04 00 |
| embassy.berlin@mfa.gov.al | |
| Social Media | Facebook · X |
| Head of Mission | Ms. Adia Sakiqi, Ambassador |
Consular Section
| Address | Friedrichstraße 231, 10969 Berlin, Germany |
| konsullata.berlin@mfa.gov.al |
Opening Hours Embassy
Below are the official opening hours of the Embassy of Albania in Berlin. Visitors are advised to verify current opening times before planning their visit.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours may change on public holidays. Always verify before your visit.
Opening Hours Consular Section
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The Embassy of the Republic of Albania is at Friedrichstraße 231 in Berlin-Kreuzberg, near Checkpoint Charlie. The U-Bahn station Kochstraße (U6) is a few steps away.
- Opening hours: Monday to Thursday from 09:00 to 17:00, Friday from 09:00 to 14:00.
- Telephone: +49 30 25 93 04 00.
- Living in the south or west? The Albanian Consulate General in Munich covers Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg, Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland.
About the Embassy of Albania in Berlin
The embassy represents Albania in Germany, one of the most important supporters of Albania’s path towards EU membership. Tens of thousands of Albanian citizens live and work in Germany, and Albania has become a popular holiday destination for German travellers.
Albania also has a Consulate General in Munich and honorary consuls in Düsseldorf, Elmshorn, Frankfurt am Main, Satteldorf and Würzburg.
Which Albanian office is responsible for me?
| Office | Area |
|---|---|
| Embassy, Berlin | All federal states not covered by Munich |
| Consulate General, Munich | Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg, Rhineland-Palatinate, Saarland |
The honorary consuls help with information in North Rhine-Westphalia (Düsseldorf), Schleswig-Holstein (Elmshorn), Hesse (Frankfurt am Main), Baden-Württemberg (Satteldorf) and Bavaria (Würzburg).
Consular services
- Albanian passports and identity cards
- Civil status registration (births, marriages, deaths)
- Powers of attorney and certifications
- Legalisation of documents for use in Albania
- Information on Albanian citizenship
Documents checklist
The most frequent applications and the documents the Albanian authorities ask for:
Albanian passport (application abroad)
- Apply online through e-Albania, choose the appointment at the embassy or consulate and keep the application number
- On the appointment day: fingerprints are taken and the fee is paid (often by card only)
- Bring your old passport or ID card – if lost, declare the loss at the mission or beforehand on e-Albania
- Children born abroad: first register the birth in the Albanian civil registry (can be started on e-Albania)
- Processing: about 3–4 weeks after the fingerprints; no expedited procedure
Sources: Embassy of Albania in the United Kingdom – frequently asked questions (ambasadat.gov.al) (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Visa information
Travelling from Germany to Albania
German citizens do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days. You can enter with a passport or a German identity card.
- For longer stays you need a long-term visa before travel or a residence permit within the first 30 days after arrival.
- The application requires documents such as a German police certificate with an apostille. Prepare them before you travel.
- Minors travelling alone or with third parties need a consent form from their legal guardians.
Travelling from Albania to Germany
Albanian citizens with a biometric passport do not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days within 180 days in the Schengen area. Work and long stays require a German visa.
Other consulates and embassies in Berlin
161 other countries are represented in Berlin, among them: Algeria (embassy), Angola (embassy), Argentina (embassy), Armenia (embassy), Australia (embassy), Austria (embassy), Azerbaijan (embassy), Bahrain (embassy), Bangladesh (embassy), Belarus (embassy), Belgium (embassy), Bolivia (embassy), Bosnia and Herzegovina (embassy), Botswana (embassy), Brazil (embassy), Brunei (embassy), Bulgaria (embassy), Burkina Faso (embassy), Burundi (embassy), Cambodia (embassy). The full list of all 162 missions is on the overview page for Germany.
Closing days
The embassy is closed on German public holidays in Berlin and on Albanian holidays, including Summer Day on 14 March, Nevruz on 22 March, Independence Day on 28 November and Liberation Day on 29 November.
Emergency assistance
Albanian nationals in Germany
Contact the embassy or the Consulate General if your passport is lost or stolen. They can issue a travel document for your return.
German nationals in Albania
The German Embassy in Tirana is responsible for the whole country.
Diplomatic missions between Albania and Germany
Albania in Germany
- Berlin – Embassy of Albania (this page)
- Munich – Mission (Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg, Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland)
- Düsseldorf – Honorary Consulate (North Rhine-Westphalia)
- Elmshorn – Honorary Consulate (Schleswig-Holstein)
- Frankfurt am Main – Honorary Consulate (Hesse)
- Satteldorf – Honorary Consulate (Baden-Württemberg)
- Würzburg – Honorary Consulate (Bavaria)
Germany in Albania
Frequently asked questions about the Albanian Embassy in Berlin
Can Germans travel to Albania with an ID card?
Yes. A valid German identity card or passport is enough for tourist stays of up to 90 days.
Is the Albanian Embassy open on Friday afternoon?
No. On Friday it closes at 14:00.
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Details checked on 3 October 2026. Sources: German Federal Foreign Office (travel advice and missions). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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