Albania Travel & Emergency Guide
Essential emergency numbers, speed limits, etiquette & travel tips
Open in WooGu (100% Offline)Emergency Numbers in Albania
112
General Emergency
129
Police
127
Ambulance / Medical
128
Fire Department
Key Travel Facts
Capital
Tirana
Currency
ALL (Lek)
Official Language
Albanian
Country Code
+355
Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Albania
Urban / City
40 km/h
Rural
80-90 km/h
Highway
110 km/h
Alcohol Limit
0.5 ‰
Toll & Vignette: A few toll roads exist.
Tipping & Etiquette
Recommendation: 10 percent is customary. Tipping is often done by rounding up, but 10% is expected in good restaurants.
- DO Bring a small gift when invited to someone's home.
- DO Expect to be offered second helpings multiple times during a meal.
- DON'T Do not discuss politics or religion lightly.
Power Sockets & Tap Water
Plug Type & Electricity: Type C & F (230V, 50Hz).
Tap Water: Not recommended for drinking in many regions. Often chlorinated. Bottled water is preferred.
Insider Tip: Shaking the head in Albania often means 'Yes', while nodding means 'No' – pay attention to this gesture!
