Starting a Business in Albania: Registration Guide

Albania offers one of the most business-friendly environments in Southeast Europe. With a flat corporate tax rate of just 15%, minimal bureaucracy, and strategic location, it's an ideal base for international entrepreneurs.

Business Structures Available:

SHPK (LLC) — most popular for foreign investors. Minimum capital: 1 ALL (symbolic). Suitable for most business activities. Degë e Huaj (Branch Office) — extension of a foreign company. Zyrë Përfaqësuese (Representative Office) — for marketing and liaison only, no commercial activity.

Registration Process (5-7 business days):

1. Prepare articles of association and founding documents. 2. Register at QKB (National Business Center) — obtain NIPT (tax ID). 3. Open a business bank account. 4. Register for VAT (if turnover exceeds 10M ALL). 5. Obtain necessary licenses/permits for your activity.

Key Tax Advantages: Corporate tax: 15% flat. VAT: 20% (standard). Dividend tax: 8%. No minimum capital requirement for LLC. Double taxation treaties with 40+ countries.

Our service fee: €500 covers the entire registration process including document preparation, QKB registration, and bank account opening.