How to use your phone and internet in Albania?
In Albania, your mobile phone works better than a landline. The country code is +355. You can buy a local SIM card or use your international plan. For internet, cybercafés are available everywhere.
Using your phone in Albania
The Albania telephone country code is +355. Mobile network coverage is good across the territory, particularly with operators Vodafone Albania, Telekom Albania and One Albania.
- Mobile phone: more reliable network than landline
- Local plan: prepaid cards available in shops and kiosks
- International roaming: check rates with your English-speaking operator before departure
Internet access
Internet connection is available in the main Albanian cities:
- Internet cafés: present in all tourist cities
- Free WiFi: available in most hotels, restaurants and cafés
- Mobile data: included in local plans or via your international plan
Practical advice
If you are staying for more than a week, purchasing a local SIM card will be more economical than roaming, especially for internet use.