One of the most important questions for patients considering coming to Albania for dental treatment is: Is Albania safe?
For many years, a part of Europeans has seen Albania as a problematic country. But this perception often belongs to the past and does not reflect the reality of today's Albania.
Today, Albania is a European destination that welcomes tourists from Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, and other countries. International recognition keeps growing too. Lonely Planet included Albania among the world's top-30 destinations for Best in Travel 2023. The New York Times placed the Albanian Alps in its "52 Places to Go" for 2024, and in 2025 it described how Albania seized its moment in the sun as one of Europe's newest destinations. UN Tourism ranks Albania third globally for tourist arrival growth (+80% since 2019), and in 2026 the country continues as the Mediterranean's fastest-growing destination. Tirana has also become an important destination for dental tourism.
How Safe Is Albania?
Safety should be assessed on the basis of facts and not just perceptions.
In the Global Peace Index 2026, Albania ranks 36th out of 163 countries, placing it among the most peaceful countries in the world, ahead of countries such as the United Kingdom and France. According to the Numbeo Safety Index, Tirana scores higher than major European cities like London and Paris. For travellers, mainly normal safety precautions are recommended, as in many other European destinations.
Of course, ordinary crime also exists in Albania, but this does not mean that tourists or international patients should consider the country an unsafe destination.
What About Patients Coming for Dental Treatment?
Yes, Albania can be a safe destination for dental tourism.
But patient safety is not only about the country. It is very important to choose a serious and professional clinic.
The patient should check the experience and qualifications of the doctors, the equipment, hygiene, sterilization, the treatment plan, the materials used, the costs, and the aftercare.
Albania and Dental Tourism
Proximity to European countries, air connections, and competitive costs have made Albania increasingly interesting for international patients. Learn more about dental tourism in Albania and how dental tourism works.
Patients from Switzerland, Italy, Germany, and Austria travel to Tirana for treatments such as dental implants, crowns, All-on-4, All-on-6, and full dental rehabilitations.
For a patient from Switzerland, for example, Albania is relatively close and can be an interesting alternative for dental treatment, but the choice should always be made on the basis of quality and professionalism, not only price.
What Do Our Patients Say?
Patients from different European countries have already travelled to Tirana for their treatment. Here is what our patients say about their experience:
Francesco Gentile – Italy Francesco describes a treatment that included extractions, dental implants, removal of a cyst, and bone reconstruction. In his review, he highlights the professionalism, hygiene, and equipment of the clinic.
Assunta Tedino – Italy Assunta came to Tirana for a dental implant and, in her review, she highlights the cleanliness, professionalism, and care during the treatment.
Roberto Ferrara – Italy Roberto tells that he had 3 implants and 3 crowns done and describes the experience as very positive. He also says that he has recommended the clinic to friends and family.
Mirtane Aliu – Austria Mirtane talks about her experience after travelling from Austria to Albania and appreciates the dental treatment and the organization of her stay.
These are personal experiences of patients and do not replace an individual medical assessment. Nevertheless, they show that patients from different European countries travel to Albania for dental treatment. You can see more patient stories with before-and-after results.
What Should You Check Before Choosing a Clinic?
Before travelling, look for clear information about the doctor, the diagnosis, the treatment plan, the materials, the technology, the costs, and the aftercare.
Price should not be the only criterion. A dental treatment, especially implants or full rehabilitations, requires planning and professionalism. It is equally important to check the experience and qualifications of the surgeon who will treat you.
Albania Today
Today's Albania is very different from the image that may have remained from the past.
So, if you are thinking of coming to Albania for dental treatment, do not base your decision only on old perceptions. Inform yourself, check the clinic, the doctors, the treatment, and the experiences of patients.
Dental tourism in Albania can be a safe and practical choice for patients from Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Austria, and other European countries, when a serious clinic and a professional organization of the treatment are chosen. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
