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Official Languages: Albanian

English Is Commonly Spoken in Tirana, in Tourist Businesses, and by Many Younger People. In Rural Areas and with Older Residents, English May Be Limited, so Offline Maps, Hotel Details, and a Few Key Phrases Help

Mobile Network: Mobile Coverage Is Generally Good in Cities, Towns, and along Main Coastal and Highway Routes, with 4G Widely Available and 5G Expanding in Larger Cities. Rural Mountain Areas and Remote Coastal Stretches Can Still Have Weak Signal, and Older 2G and 3G Services Are Gradually Being Retired

Roaming/SIM/eSIM: Albania Is Not yet Part of the EU Roam-Like-at-Home Zone, so an EU-Based Plan Does Not Automatically Cover It and Can Add Charges; Check Your Operator's Albania Rate before You Travel, since This Is under Negotiation and Could Change. A Local SIM Is Usually the Cheapest Option for Heavy Data Use and Is Easy to Buy with a Passport. An eSIM Can Be the Most Convenient Choice If Your Phone Supports It, Giving You Service Right after Landing

Cards Are Accepted in Many Hotels, Larger Restaurants, Supermarkets, and City Businesses, Especially in Tirana and the Main Coastal Resorts. Many Tourist Businesses along the Coast Also Take Euros Informally, but Change Usually Comes Back in Lek at a Mediocre Rate, so Lek Remains the Practical Choice for Small Shops, Local Buses, Taxis, and Rural Areas

Tipping Is Appreciated but Not Always Mandatory. In Restaurants, Rounding Up the Bill or Leaving about 5 to 10 Percent Is Common for Good Service. In Cafes, Small Change Is Typical, and Taxi Tipping Is Usually Just Rounding Up. Hotel Staff May Get a Small Tip for Helpful Service, but It Is Not Expected Everywhere

Plug Type: Type C and Type F

Voltage: 230 V, 50 Hz

Adapter: Visitors from Countries Using Type C or Type F Plugs Usually Do Not Need an Adapter. Travelers from the UK, Ireland, the US, and Other Countries with Different Plug Types Will Need One. Check Device Voltage If You Are Coming from a 110 V Country