Relocation is not the same as purchase
Owning property does not automatically grant residency. Treat housing, visas/permits, banking, and healthcare as parallel workstreams.
Where people settle
- Tirana — jobs, schools, services, year-round life
- Vlorë / Sarandë — coastal lifestyle, seasonal rhythm
- Durrës — beach access with capital proximity
Practical checklist
Healthcare access, schooling (if relevant), banking onboarding, tax residency advice, and realistic winter expectations on the coast.
See cost of living, healthcare, and residency hubs.