Transfer money to Albania

Q: How much does a money transfer to Albania cost?

Fees 2 will depend on the exchange rate 2 between EUR and Lek, and how you choose to transfer money to Albania. You can check our prices on the calculator at the top of the page.

Transfer money to Albania quickly and reliably. Easily transfer EUR to Lek to a bank account for a fee² of €0.

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Transfer money to a bank account in Albania for a fee of €0.

Convenient ways to transfer and receive money

Transfer money to Albania in person at one of our agent locations or online using our money transfer app or our website. Easily send EUR to Lek to a bank account in Albania for a fee² of €0.

How to transfer money to Albania

How to receive money in Albania

Western Union Digital Banking app
Send money online with a Western Union Digital Banking app from Italy to anywhere in the world. Send, save and store money in one app.
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Transfer money to Albania via the app
Send money quickly and reliably, wherever you have Internet, seven days a week¹.
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Bank transfer
Make a bank transfer to a bank account in Albania for a fixed transfer fee³ of €0.
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Cash pickup
Send up to €300 and pay a fee³ of just €2.90 when your receiver picks up the cash at an agent location in Albania.
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You can easily send money directly to your receiver’s Visa debit card.
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Accessible agent locations

Your friends and family in Albania will be able to pick up money in minutes¹ by visiting one of their nearest Western Union agent location.

Track your money transfers in real time

Track the status of your money transfer from Italy to Albania at any time using the MTCN (Money Transfer Control Number).

Save your loved ones’ bank details

Simplify frequent money transfers: Save your receiver’s details so you’re ready the next time you send money to Albania.

Reasons to choose Western Union

In our 150 years of experience, we’ve helped millions of people send money around the world. Here are some reasons for our success:

Convenience — pay how you like

Pay for your money transfer to Albania by bank transfer, a credit² or debit card, or in cash.

Reliability — maximum commitment to security

Our encryption systems and fraud prevention measures help protect your money transfers.

Worldwide reach

With Western Union, you can transfer money from Italy to over 200 countries and territories around the world.

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Check transfer fees and exchange rates² in advance.

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Make repeat payments to friends and family with ease.

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More information about sending money to Albania

Get a free quote before transferring money

With Western Union, you get a free quote to calculate costs before sending money to Albania. Check the exchange rate² for EUR to Lek with no obligation to proceed.

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Transfer money conveniently and reliably

Reliably transfer money to Albania however suits you best: in person at one of our agent locations, online or 24/7¹ using our money transfer app.

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Easily complete on-hold money transfers

Don’t worry if you don’t have your receiver’s details to hand. You can put your money transfer to Albania on hold and complete it from the history page whenever you’re ready.

Ready to send money to Albania?

If you need more information, please visit our FAQ section below. If you’re ready, you can transfer money to Albania now.

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Whatever the celebration—whether it’s your best friend’s birthday, your parents’ anniversary or Christmas—surprise your loved ones by sending your best wishes with a Western Union money transfer.

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FAQs about transferring money to Albania

How do I transfer money to Albania?

With Western Union, you can make a decision based on your needs. You can transfer money to Albania from an agent location, online or via our money transfer app, whenever you want and wherever you are. If you make a bank transfer directly to a bank account in Albania, you will pay a fixed transfer fee² of €0.

How much money can I send to Albania?

You can send up to €5000 for cash pickup or to a bank account.

How do I make a bank transfer to Albania?

Make a bank transfer to Albania online or using our money transfer app and pay no fees² to any bank account in Albania.

How much does a bank transfer to Albania cost?

If you send money by bank transfer to a bank account in Albania, you will pay a fixed transfer fee² of €0.

How much does a money transfer to Albania cost?

Fees² will depend on the exchange rate² between EUR and Lek, and how you choose to transfer money to Albania. You can check our prices on the calculator at the top of the page.

How do I send money to Albania online?

Log in to our site or register and click ‘Submit Now.’ Choose Albania as your destination and the amount you want to send. Pay by bank transfer, credit²/debit card or Sofort. Share the MTCN with your receiver so you can both track the money.

Have a question or need help?

Visit our FAQ section or contact us. Our customer service team is always on hand to help.

¹ Funds may be delayed or specific services unavailable based on certain transaction conditions, including amount sent, destination country, currency availability, regulatory issues, identification requirements, agent location opening hours, differences in time zones or the selection of options for delayed sending. Additional restrictions may apply. See online Terms and Conditions for details.

² If you’re using a credit card, a card-issuer cash advance fee and associated interest charges may apply. To avoid these fees or for reduced fees, use a debit card or another payment method.