{"id":6140,"date":"2025-07-25T16:19:40","date_gmt":"2025-07-25T14:19:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expatax.al\/?p=6140"},"modified":"2025-07-25T16:19:42","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T14:19:42","slug":"what-to-know-before-opening-a-business-in-albania","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expatax.al\/fr\/what-to-know-before-opening-a-business-in-albania\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Know Before Opening a Business in Albania"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Thinking about opening a business in Albania? Well, whether you&#8217;re a local or a foreigner, starting a business here can be a great opportunity, especially with the country&#8217;s growing economy, low taxes, and developing infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But before you jump in, here are the key things you need to know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-legal-business-forms\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Legal Business Forms<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can register your business as one of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sole Proprietorship (NIPT individual):<\/strong> Best for freelancers or small, one-person businesses. Fast to register and easy to manage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Limited Liability Company (Sh.p.k.):<\/strong> Most common for small to mid-sized businesses. Offers limited liability and is relatively simple to run.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Joint Stock Company (Sh.a.):<\/strong> Ideal for larger businesses and investments. Requires more capital and formal structure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Remarque :<\/strong> Foreigners can own 100% of an Albanian business.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"2-steps-to-register\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Steps to Register<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s the usual process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Choose a business name<\/strong> and check availability online at the National Business Center (QKB).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare documents<\/strong>: including identification, a founding act, and sometimes a lease contract for your business address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Register online<\/strong> via QKB\u2019s <a>e-Albania platform<\/a>. Most registrations are completed within 24\u201348 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Get your NUIS (Tax ID)<\/strong> and register with the tax authorities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Open a bank account<\/strong> and deposit capital (if required, e.g., for Sh.p.k or Sh.a.).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-taxes-contributions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Taxes &amp; Contributions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Corporate tax<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>0% for businesses making less than 14 million ALL\/year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15% for profits over 14 million ALL\/year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dividend tax<\/strong>: 8%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>VAT<\/strong>: 20%, required for businesses exceeding 10 million ALL\/year in turnover<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Social contributions<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Employer: 16.7%<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employee: 11.2%<br>You\u2019ll also need to register for social insurance even if you\u2019re self-employed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"4-hiring-employees\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Hiring Employees<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/remotepeople.com\/countries\/albania\/average-salary\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">minimum wage<\/a> (as of 2025) is <strong>40,000 ALL\/month<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employment contracts are required (indefinite or fixed-term)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Health and social contributions must be declared and paid monthly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work permits are mandatory for non-EU foreigners working in Albania<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"5-where-to-set-up-as-a-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Where to Set Up<\/strong> as a Business<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, that&#8217;s totally up to you and your goals. Most foreigners start businesses in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tirana<\/strong> \u2013 Business-friendly environment, skilled workforce, and good infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Durres &amp; Vlora<\/strong> \u2013 Growing tourism, trade, and real estate markets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shkodra, Kor\u00e7a, or Saranda<\/strong> \u2013 Lower costs and niche opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"6-popular-sectors-for-foreigners\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>Popular Sectors for Foreigners<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tourism (hotels, guesthouses, travel agencies)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Real estate and construction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restaurants and cafes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IT and digital services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Import-export businesses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"7-work-with-a-local-consultant\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong>Work With a Local Consultant<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though the process is relatively straightforward, paperwork and language barriers can slow you down. Working with a local lawyer, accountant, or business consultant can make a big difference, especially when it comes to taxes, labor laws, and compliance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Our partners are available to support you at every step of opening your own business!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"final-tip\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Tip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t rush. Before registering your business, double-check:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Whether your business idea requires special licenses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Local demand for your product or service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your long-term visa\/residency status<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need assistance, <a href=\"https:\/\/expatax.al\/fr\/formulaire-de-contact\/\">we&#8217;re always here to help you<\/a>!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Thinking about opening a business in Albania? 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