Car rental in Albania
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Cities with car rental in Albania
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Cars in Albania
Choose a city and dates — the form shows available cars from local companies, total price, deposit and insurance.
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Driving in Albania: licence and road rules
What you need to rent a car and drive here as a visitor. Rules change — check with your rental company before the trip.
An EU/EEA licence is valid on its own in Albania — no IDP needed.
You need an International Driving Permit together with your UK licence.
You need an International Driving Permit together with your US licence.
Foreign licences valid for non-residents up to 1 year; UK and US drivers are advised to carry a 1968-format IDP; rental companies may ask for an IDP from non-EU drivers.
Most roads are free; the Rruga e Kombit (Milot–Morinë motorway to Kosovo) has a toll booth payable in cash (lek/euro) or card. Rental cars pay at the booth like any other car.
Tip: Mountain and coastal roads (e.g. the Llogara Pass) are narrow and winding, with livestock and unpredictable overtaking; avoid driving at night and keep cash for fuel and the toll.
How to rent a car
Four steps from choosing a city to getting the keys in Albania.
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Choose a city and dates
Pick where and when to collect the car. You can return it to the same place or, with many companies, in another city.
Pick-up and drop-off in the form -
Compare the cars
Each car shows the total price for your dates, the deposit, insurance, mileage limit and driver requirements.
All terms before you book -
Book online
The rental company confirms the booking. Usually a small prepayment online and the rest on pick-up.
Confirmed by the company -
Get the keys
Bring your passport and driving licence. The car is handed over at the office, the airport or, often, at your hotel.
Passport + licence
Car rental FAQ
The essentials, so you can plan your trip with confidence.
Do I need an International Driving Permit to rent a car in Albania?
EU/EEA licence: An EU/EEA licence is valid on its own in Albania — no IDP needed. UK licence: You need an International Driving Permit together with your UK licence. US licence: You need an International Driving Permit together with your US licence. Foreign licences valid for non-residents up to 1 year; UK and US drivers are advised to carry a 1968-format IDP; rental companies may ask for an IDP from non-EU drivers.
Where do I get an International Driving Permit?
Get it at home before the trip: in the UK at PayPoint shops, in the US through AAA, in EU countries from the licensing authority or national automobile club. It is a translation of your licence and is valid only together with it.
What are the speed limits in Albania?
Typically 40 km/h in towns, 80 km/h outside towns and 110 km/h on motorways. 90 km/h on main roads outside towns; 90 km/h motorway limit for drivers licensed under 2 years. Always follow the signs — cameras are common and fines reach you via the rental company.
Are there toll roads or vignettes in Albania?
Most roads are free; the Rruga e Kombit (Milot–Morinë motorway to Kosovo) has a toll booth payable in cash (lek/euro) or card. Rental cars pay at the booth like any other car.
What is the drink-driving limit?
The limit is 0.1 ‰ blood alcohol (Effectively zero tolerance (0.1 g/l); stricter penalties for novice drivers). The safest rule is not to drink at all before driving.
Where can I pick up a car?
Berat, Durres, Elbasan, Gjirokastër, Golem, Himarë, Kavaje, Krujë, Ksamil, Pogradec, Sarandë & Shkoder and more — all listed on this page.
Can I return the car in another city?
Many companies allow it, sometimes for a fee. You can choose the drop-off location in the booking form.