Tourist arrivals in Albania surged again in autumn, reaching record numbers. Visitors are drawn by pristine beaches, historic cities, local hospitality, and traditional cuisine. Albania also offers mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and ancient roads rich in history.

According to INSTAT, over 908,000 foreign visitors entered Albania in October. This marks a 19.3% increase compared to October 2024. Including Albanian citizens, total entries at all border points exceeded 1.5 million.

Europe accounts for 95% of foreign visitors. Southern Europe makes up 73% of arrivals, while Western Europe contributes 12%.  Most visitors (98%) travel for tourism or personal visits, up 19.7% from last year. Business and professional trips also rose by 3.8%.

In the first 10 months of 2025, Albania welcomed over 11.1 million visitors, a 6.7% increase compared to the same period in 2024.

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