What Languages Do They Speak In Albania?

Explore the languages spoken in Albania on an interactive map.

Albania Languages: Quick FactsAlbania flag

Languages

3

Albanian, Greek, Macedonian

Population

2,812,000

Cost of living

~ $1285

Index: 25.7

Safety / crime index

Moderate

Crime Index: 45.4

Language Spoken in Albania Percentage

LanguagePercentagePopulation
Albanian
98.8%2,778,256
GreekOfficial
0.5%14,060

Do They Speak English in Albania?

English proficiency

Moderate

Ranked #47 on the EF English Proficiency Index.

In short

In major cities and tourist-facing businesses across Albania, English is common enough to help you get by. In smaller towns and more local situations, knowing some Albanian is recommended.

FAQ

Albania Language FAQ

Short answers to common questions about the main languages, English usage, and communication in Albania.

  • People in Albania speak Albanian, Greek, Macedonian.

    Albanian is the most widely spoken language.

  • Albanian is spoken by about 98.8% of the population in Albania.

    That corresponds to roughly 2,778,256 people.

  • Often yes in major cities and common travel situations, but not everywhere. If you plan to spend time outside the main urban areas, some Albanian is helpful.

What languages do they speak in Albania?

People in Albania speak Albanian, Greek, Macedonian.

Albanian is the most widely spoken language.

How widely spoken is Albanian in Albania?

Albanian is spoken by about 98.8% of the population in Albania.

That corresponds to roughly 2,778,256 people.

Can you get by with English in Albania?

Often yes in major cities and common travel situations, but not everywhere. If you plan to spend time outside the main urban areas, some Albanian is helpful.

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