What Language Do They Speak in Albania?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
The official language of Albania is Albanian. Albanian is also an official language in 1 other country worldwide.
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Languages of Albania at a glance
| Official language | Albanian |
|---|---|
| Number of official languages | 1 |
| Countries on this site where Albanian is official | 2 |
| People (demonym) | Albanian |
| Capital | Tirana |
| Internet domain | .al |
Other countries where Albanian is official
Albanian is also an official language in 1 other country covered here:
Languages of neighbouring countries
| Montenegro | Montenegrin |
|---|---|
| Greece | Greek |
| North Macedonia | Macedonian |
| Kosovo | Albanian, Serbian |
Albania in context
- Albania covers 28,748 km², making it the 140th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 82 people per km² ranks 104th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 4 countries: Montenegro, Greece, North Macedonia, Kosovo.
- With 2,363,314 people, Albania holds about 5.2% of the population of Southeast Europe.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Albania is a member state of the United Nations.
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Useful phrases for visitors to Albania
Everyday Albanian phrases you will hear and use in Albania:
| English | Albanian |
|---|---|
| Hello | Përshëndetje |
| Thank you | Faleminderit |
| Please | Ju lutem |
| Goodbye | Mirupafshim |
| Yes | Po |
| No | Jo |
Spellings can vary by region, and some languages use different forms for formal or informal speech. Even a simple greeting in the local language is usually appreciated.
Languages in Albania — FAQ
What language do they speak in Albania?
The official language of Albania is Albanian.
How many official languages does Albania have?
Albania has 1 official language: Albanian.
Is Albanian spoken anywhere else?
Albanian is also an official language in 1 other country.
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