Renting a Car and Driving in Albania: Deposits, Rules and Roads
Updated 2026-10-19 · 7 min read · Prices and schedules change — check locally.
Read the full driving guide →Do I need a credit card to rent a car in Albania?
Most companies hold a deposit on a credit card. Some local agencies accept debit cards or cash deposits — confirm in writing before booking.
Read the insurance excess and check whether taking the car across borders is allowed.
Photograph the car on pickup, including tyres and the fuel level.
What are the speed limits in Albania?
Roughly 40–50 km/h in towns, 80–90 km/h on main roads and 110 km/h on motorways.
Police speed checks are common. Watch for animals, pedestrians and sudden overtakes on rural roads.
Are there toll roads in Albania?
The only toll is on the A1 (Rruga e Kombit) at the Kalimash tunnel, about 500 ALL per car.
Which roads need extra care?
The SH8 coastal road over the Llogara Pass (1,027 m) has tight hairpins; mountain roads to the north can be narrow.
Avoid driving mountain roads at night. In Berat, Gjirokastër and Krujë, park below the old towns and walk up.