Capital city in Tirana County, Albania
Healthcare in Tirana: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Tirana
Private hospitals are adequate for most cases and cheap by Western standards; public hospitals are crowded. Complex cases go to Italy or Greece.
Hospitals for foreigners in Tirana
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Hygeia Hospital Tirana | Private hospital with English-speaking staff |
| American Hospital Tirana | Private hospital with emergency and outpatient care |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: L3,000–6,000 ($37–74) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Albania: Public facilities are poor, especially outside Tirana. Private hospitals in Tirana are better and affordable; serious cases may need evacuation abroad, so insure for it.
- Pharmacies: Pharmacies (farmaci) are plentiful in towns; staff in Tirana often speak some English.
- Health spending: US$591 per person a year (2023); 1.9 doctors per 1,000 people (2020), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 112 · Ambulance 127 · Fire 128.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Albania, but treatment for visitors is paid upfront.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Tirana for foreigners?
Hygeia Hospital Tirana: Private hospital with English-speaking staff
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Tirana?
About L3,000–6,000 ($37–74) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Albania?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Albania expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Albania
- Tirana International Airport
- Municipality of Tirana
- Wolt Albania
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