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Tourism
The new 2026 tourism law: a view of the Albanian coastline with a beach and accommodation facilities.
31
July

The New Tourism Law. What Changes for Accommodation Facilities and Beach Resorts?

Law No. 83/2026, adopted on July 23 and promulgated on July 29, 2026, amends Law No. 93/2015 “On Tourism.” The new law of….
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Beach station with umbrellas and lounge chairs on the Albanian coastline during the summer season of 2026.
25
May

Beach stations 2026: what's changing for contract deadlines and amendments.

The 2026 summer season is approaching, and the Council of Ministers has approved two changes that directly affect beach station operators. By Government Decree No. 346,...
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Beach station on the Albanian coast, boats and tents from above.
15
May

Beach Station Contracts Deadline Extended Until June 2026

The summer season has practically begun, but some beach operators still haven't signed the lease agreement for their beach space. For the season….
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Beach resort and accommodation facility on the Albanian coast
17
March

Beach Stations and Accommodation Certification: Licenses, VAT, and Taxes in 2026

Update, October 30, 2026 The figures below apply until December 31, 2026. By Decree No. 822, dated October 28, 2026, published in the Official Gazette No. 233, the limit….
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Accommodation facilities and taxes
23
May

Accommodation facilities and taxes. VAT 6%, capacity and facilities.

Accommodation facilities. Key points: Accommodation is invoiced with VAT at 61%. Additional services—bar, restaurant and spa—are invoiced at 20% on separate lines. Description on the invoice….
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03
March

Special status for 4- and 5-star hotels. The deadline for the 10-year tax exemption closes in December 2026 (Updated August 2026)

Key points: Special status grants 4- and 5-star hotels and resorts a 10-year exemption from corporate income tax. Law No....
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01
October

The Daily Accommodation Sector in Albania: Importance and Investment Opportunities

Key points: Daily accommodation through platforms like Airbnb and Booking is one of the most practical investment opportunities in Albanian tourism. The individual who rents out the apartment….
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24
April

Law No. 30/2024 on Tourism. What changes for accommodation facilities and fines.

Key points: Law No. 30/2024 amends Law No. 93/2015 on tourism and affects accommodation facilities, beach resorts, travel agencies, and tourist transport. The exercise of the activity….
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26
December

Nomenclature of Economic Activities (rev. 2) NEA: Section I – Accommodation and Food Service Activities

SECTION I – ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD SERVICES This section includes accommodation conditions for short stays for visitors and other travelers, and food...
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04
June

The implementation of the Action Plan for the 2021 tourist season has begun.

Note, September 2026. This notice pertains to the plan of measures for the 2021 tourist season, a campaign of the tax administration that has concluded. It does not describe...
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