Buying property in Albania

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ChristineViP02 December 2011 09:20:03

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Hi,

can a foreigner buy property in Albania?

If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Albania?

Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ?

Thanks in advance for participating!

Christine

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IreaProperty New member

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IreaPropertyNew member04 October 2012 17:30:35

Hi Christine

Yes foreigner cane buy property in albania

Eduard albo Member

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Eduard alboMember04 February 2013 23:16:34

Hi Cristine! Buying a property in Albania is a straightforward process! Nothing like in UK ( 8-12 weeks from the offer)! As long as you and the seller agree on the price, the paperwork is signed by both parties at the notary ( solicitor)! It can take a day for the whole process to take place! If you need more info I would be glad to oblige! By the way I am an albanian living in UK!

Aurélie ViP

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AurélieViP05 February 2013 10:18:01

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Thank you Eduard albo!

Aurélie

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mico74 Member

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mico74Member29 April 2016 09:51:03

Here's my (sad) story about buying an off-plan property in Albania:

rintala.org/sarande.html

My advice is that always buy a finished apartment which comes with the hipotek (document that proofs that you own the apartment). If you really want to buy an off-plan apartment, make sure you check the history of the developer very carefully and check their previous developments.

Btw, if you know a good English speaking property lawyer, let me know