Albania
Why invest in Albania: official data updated to 2026
GDP, tourism, housing prices and the EU accession process: the official figures available as of 1 October 2026.
Economic growth
Albania's GDP grew by 4.0% in 2024. The World Bank forecast growth of 3.7% for 2025, as reported by SeeNews on 7 October 2025.
Tourism
Albania received 12.5 million foreign visitors in 2025, an increase of 7%. More than 95% of arrivals came from Europe, according to INSTAT data reported by Euronews on 24 January 2026.
Housing prices
Housing prices rose by 28% year on year and 11.7% over the half-year period in the second half of 2025. According to Bank of Albania data reported by CNA on 28 April 2026, the increase was driven by the coast, while Tirana recorded a 4.4% rise.
The European Union accession process
The European Union opened the final negotiating cluster with Albania on 17 November 2025, meaning that all chapters had been opened.
The Albanian government's objective is to close the negotiations by the end of 2027. This is a political objective, not a guaranteed date.
Data verified as of 1 October 2026. Informational content; it does not constitute financial, legal or tax advice.