Driving a Rental Car from Albania to Montenegro: Border FAQ
TL;DR: Permit + Green Card required. Budget ~€70–110. Use Hani i Hotit or Muriqan. Print the Green Card. This is the quick companion to our full Albania Cross-Border Car Rental article (fees, maps, and every neighbouring country in one place). If you only need fast, Montenegro-specific answers (Green Card, permit, documents, and the best border […]
Rent a Car in Albania with a Debit Card (No Credit Card Required)
Can You Rent a Car in Albania Without a Credit Card? Yes — but only if you avoid the classic airport-deposit setup. Most tourists fly into Tirana — same solution in Saranda, Vlora, even mountain pickups. Airport desks usually ask for a credit card to hold €1,500+ and it can take days to clear after […]
Best SUV Rentals in Albania: Duster vs Tucson vs RAV4 for Mountains & Beaches
SUV rental Albania prices range from €60/day for a Dacia Duster to €120/day for a Toyota RAV4. Both get you to Theth, but one makes a lot more sense for most trips. Hire desks at Tirana Airport stock usually three main SUV models. This comparison covers ground clearance, pricing, and which one works for mountains […]
Albania Cross-Border Car Rental: Montenegro, Greece, Kosovo, and North Macedonia — Fees, Green Cards, and Which Companies Actually Allow It
Rental companies in Albania will tell you cross-border travel is “allowed with authorisation.” What they won’t tell you: which borders actually work, what the Green Card costs, and why rental car Albania border crossing to Greece is a bureaucratic nightmare that’ll cost you €200 in fees alone. I’ve driven rental cars from Albania to Montenegro […]
Dacia Duster Rental Albania: 2WD vs 4WD | Theth Road Test | Real Fuel Costs
If you’re searching for a Dacia Duster rental in Albania, you’ve probably noticed the same pattern: the Duster shows up everywhere, but the advice stays vague. Quick honesty upfront: I owned a Dacia Duster for eight years, so yes — I’m biased. That’s also why I’m useful here. I know what this car does well, […]
Car Rental in Albania Under 25: How to Avoid Young Driver Fees & Hidden Surcharges
Finding a reliable car rental in Albania under 25 shouldn’t feel like a trap, but for many young travellers, the hidden fees at the airport desk turn a dream road trip into a budget nightmare. It’s a classic setup for the most common car rental scams in Albania that target younger drivers specifically. Yes, you […]
Automatic Car Rental in Albania: Manual vs Auto Comparison for UK, US & Aussie Travellers
Manual vs Automatic in Albania: Prices, Availability & Which One Works Best for Tirana + Llogara/Theth Before diving into the gearbox specifics, make sure to read our Ultimate Guide to Car Hire in Albania, which covers essential driving laws, local habits — and if you’re comparing deposits, debit cards, or insurance fine print, check our […]
How to Rent a Car in Tirana Without a Credit Card or Deposit
No Credit Card? No Problem. Most international brands at Tirana Airport block €1,000+ on your account. Don’t let them. Local providers on Localrent offer 430+ cars with zero deposit and over 600 options where you can pay in cash or with a standard debit card. 431 Cars with €0 Security Deposit 622 Cars with No […]
Rental Insurance in Albania: 14 FAQs That Could Save You Hundreds
After three Albanian road trips (and one costly lesson about misleading “full coverage”), I put together this Albania car rental insurance FAQ to help you avoid the same mistakes. Some answers might surprise you — especially if you think all insurance policies are created equal. Mapping out an unforgettable drive through Albania’s rugged beauty? Smart […]
Is SH21 to Theth Safe to Drive? (You Might Be Surprised)
Editor’s Note (October 23, 2025 Update): This guide has been comprehensively updated with firsthand insights from our recent SH21 road trip to Theth in September 2025. We’ve added our new video of the drive, personal photos confirming the road conditions, and crucial, up-to-date driving techniques (like engine braking and handling blind turns) to make your […]