Planning a road‑trip through the Land of Eagles? Before picking up the keys to your rolling home‑on‑wheels, it’s crucial to understand the camper van driving license requirements Albania enforces. This quick guide walks adventurers through the essentials—so they can explore Riviera Albania with a camper van worry‑free and fully legal.
Tip: GoVan.al’s booking page automatically checks your driving permit at checkout, saving you time at pick‑up.
Camper Van Driving License Requirements Albania
1. Know Your Vehicle Class
Albania classifies most rental camper vans (up to 3.5 t GVW) under Category B—the same class as a standard passenger car. If your national license already covers cars, you’re likely good to go.
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Weight matters: Anything above 3.5 t usually bumps you into Category C1 or C.
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Seating capacity: Stays within 8 passenger seats plus driver.
2. International Driving Permit (IDP) – Do You Need One?
Travelers from EU/EEA member states can drive with their domestic license alone. Visitors from outside the EU (including UK, US, Canada, Australia) should pair their valid national license with an International Driving Permit (1949 Convention).
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Carry both documents whenever you’re behind the wheel.
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It’s inexpensive and issued by your local automobile association in 1–2 days.
3. Minimum Age & Experience
Most Albanian rental companies require drivers to be at least 23 years old and to have held a Category B license for one full year. GoVan.al sometimes waives the age rule for seasoned over‑landers—contact support to check.
4. Insurance & Road Tax
A green‑card‑compatible insurance policy is mandatory. Reputable providers—including Camp Drive Rentalbania—build this into the rental price. Make sure the policy explicitly covers camper vans and off‑road detours to spots like Theth or Lake Koman.
5. Border Crossings
Your Albanian rental can legally enter Montenegro, Greece, North Macedonia, and Kosovo if the vehicle’s “karta e gjelbër” lists those countries. Always ask your host for a multi‑country insurance certificate before departure.
6. Driving Rules Snapshot
| Rule | Quick Check |
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| Drive on | Right‑hand side |
| Speed limits | 40 km/h towns · 80 km/h rural · 90 km/h expressways |
| Seat belts | Mandatory, all seats |
| Toll roads | None (as of May 2025) |
| Alcohol limit | 0.01% BAC |
Grasping the camper van driving license requirements Albania demands takes just a few minutes—but it spares you from roadside headaches later. Grab your license, your IDP (if needed), and let the open Balkan roads lead the way.
