The government has restored stability and public order. Facilities for tourism are not highly developed, and many of the goods and services taken for granted in other European countries are not yet available. The Albanian government no longer requires visas of U.S. citizens. A passport is required. A 10 dollar airport fee must be paid to Albanian customs officials upon departure.
Medical facilities are limited and medicine is in short supply.
Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. Travelers have found that in some cases, supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas coverage, including medical evacuation, has proved to be useful. Albania has a low rate of crime. The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to the local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.