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Buying a home in Albania as an Italian citizen: what to know
Quick readRedazione FM Global Properties
Residential ownership, agricultural land, registration and rental taxation: the main points to verify before buying.
What foreign citizens can buy
Foreign citizens can buy apartments, houses and residential property in Albania. Agricultural land of more than 1,000 m² can only be purchased through a company registered in Albania.
Notary and registration
The purchase is formalised before a notary and registered with ASHK, the Albanian State Cadastre Agency.
Rental taxation
Rental income is taxed at a fixed rate of 15%.
Checks before signing
Before proceeding, the title, permits and contract should be checked with an independent Albanian lawyer or notary.
Data verified as of 1 October 2026. Informational content; it does not constitute financial, legal or tax advice.