My experience LIVING in Albania (NOT Traveling)

My Albanian song: • Alandy x Kevan Hudson ... (gotta promote it)
For legal questions about moving here:
Contact info: [e-mail]
Website: koniniconsulting.com/english/
I'm sure you can ask them about the Albanian Digital Nomad Visa, I'm sure they will have the latest up-to-date info but I'm also sure they will figure it out if they don't. My friend Tahir has been a HUGE help to getting my residency permit (and he's helped my friends too) so I have to shout him out!
Disclaimer: This is just my experience living here and based on the people I talk to. I only speak the language a little bit so of course people who are fluent are having a different experience than I am. And I'm also a black American which makes my experience different as well.
If I didn't like living here, I would have left. I love living here at the moment, but I think people need a realistic approach when moving abroad so I hope this will help them a bit.
I have a lot more to say and I can do a part 2 if there are enough questions that people have.
My IG is deactivated now, but when I open it back up the username is @whereskevan
Take care! And enjoy the beautiful country of Albania!

[@MrKevanHudson]

Hi guys! I accidentally posted this video here! The video is on my other channel. You can find me on tiktok @whereskevan. I almost never use this youtube channel. And you can subscribe to my other channel as well! And I temporarily deleted my IG but I'll get it back in May. Same username as tiktok.

[@louisamacaulay2964]

Hi I really appreciate this video, I will love to relocate to Albania 🇦🇱 but I will love to learn more from you if you don't mind, can I have your Tiktok account please

[@henrypatrick1502]

@@louisamacaulay2964Hi louisa, Have you moved yet?

[@masirian06]

I want to move to Albania,,,

[@EtikBenjamin]

😭 Im not on Tick Tok... Is it ok if we stay in touch via email? Going to hit you via your website. 🙏🏾

[@moshinomiriamson3717]

Thanks so much for this video, Kevan. I’ve been thinking of spending some time in Saranda more specifically and your video was really informative. I was actually a bit anxious about the LGBT piece, but from what I understood, it seems to be more of a don’t ask, don’t tell policy rather than I’ll beat you up if I suspect you may be of a “different persuasion.” Are street or bar fights common? Thanks! By the way, you’ve got a new subscriber. ❤

[@frankiecoku8975]

This dude is 100% spot on. I’m Albanian. I’ve lived in the Bronx since I was 10 years old. I moved back to Albania. 5 years ago. And 100% agree with this dude

[@12567NoYouCannot]

Sweet.!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish I can VISIT Albania.

[@hanamala_]

As an Albanian this is incredibly accurate.

[@lawrenceokpoechi9922]

Hi I am planning to come to Albania and I will appreciate all the help I can get

[@albaanian]

@@lawrenceokpoechi9922 you can tell me things you need help or suggestions on.

[@davidashley4386]

Well you don’t have to be black to watch this video. I’m white British and I gained a great insight into living in Albania from Kevin here. Great video !

[@fabian09332]

of course but as an albanian I hear a lot of black friends of mine who dont know much about albania, saying `oh I heard is dangerous and and not a friendly to black people` so I think of course this is you dont have to be black but as i have seen a lot of concern in being dangerous for black people this video does help alleviate those concerns.

[@Balkanlegend890]

⁠@@fabian09332being dangerous for black people? lol Albanians have more important shit to worry about, a war can happen at anytime at any moment anyways enough with this woke shit our history doesn’t involve them

[@Balkanlegend890]

@@fabian09332being dangerous for black people? lol Albanians have enough things to worry about a war can happen at anytime any moment anyways not trying to be rude but our history doesn’t involve them

[@yumyumkitty2104]

​@@Balkanlegend890A war with whom, Serbia? How likely is it to happen? 40% 70%

[@Balkanlegend890]

@@yumyumkitty2104 you never know also 70% is alot

[@staalmannen2522]

Great video! Very informative. I am from Scandinavia and I love Albania and Tiranë. Have made friends there and really like it there. In June I'm gonna visit it for the 7th time. Hope to stay there for longer periods in a few years. 🙏🇦🇱👍🇧🇻🌞

[@Schizofre]

ur albanian that migrated to scandinavia. Real scandinavians hate albania

[@dorinabicaku9855]

Im very happy to see this comment cuz i always thinked that ppl from Scandinavia disliked albanians ❤

[@anabellabella2266]

Love the video! Thanks, very informative.

[@user-ns1qk1kk7w]

Great video, thank you for your experiences!

[@moose9544]

Love the video bro. Great job.

[@tangocharlie77]

Thanks for the honest review. I plan to visit Albania in the summer. I live in Croatia now, and exploring other places in the region with better residency policies.

[@exkalina]

So spot on! ❤

[@whatevernhd1]

Thanks so much for this! I just found you! I am retiring to Albania next year and can't wait. This is one of the most informative videos I have seen so far!

[@PhilipSteeves]

Thanks man! Good video!

[@AzerPaul]

Lots of good info, Guy. Good job. Thanks.

[@kseniamatos2158]

awesome video, great info, thank you so much

[@Spacelion72]

Heading there next Wednesday! Can't waitt

[@shaclo1512]

how was it?

[@exploringdimensions4all853]

Perhaps the best "Living in..." video I've ever seen!

[@MrKevanHudson]

thank you!

[@SandStormXII]

good job staying strong on the first month issues

[@beaulong]

Thanks Kevin. I lived in china and knew a guy from Albania. Awesome guy. He's always talked about how wonderful it was there. It's really on my radar. Cost of living and welcoming to expats.

[@Joseph-xt2qg]

Fantastic video man. Appreciate the real overview

[@MrKevanHudson]

I just uploaded part two!

[@Talkwithtina808]

Love this video. Planning on moving there in September

[@MrKevanHudson]

I accidentally uploaded this video to this account. I reposted it on my actual KZbin channel 😂 Also welcome! And if you have any questions let me know!

[@Talkwithtina808]

@@MrKevanHudson will do. Thank you

[@adriannamartin5992]

This is a very helpful video, thank you.

[@MrKevanHudson]

You're welcome!

[@abdou1004]

I travelled in 34 countries and albania is my top destination for summer in europe I did almost the whole coast from portugal to turkey

[@Flat_Earth_Addy]

It's expensive, dirty, rude, and dangerous.

[@churchofsatanalbania1468]

Nah you just serb or greek xd.@@Flat_Earth_Addy

[@Flat_Earth_Addy]

@@churchofsatanalbania1468 Why do you always say that? You know those are countries, right?

[@churchofsatanalbania1468]

@@Flat_Earth_Addy No i dont..

[@Flat_Earth_Addy]

@@churchofsatanalbania1468 Yes, you do. Look up what "Greek" and "Serb" means. They are nationalities.

[@MarkCherkowski]

Thanks for this video! Great job. Would love to hear more about Albania.

[@MrKevanHudson]

more videos coming on my main channel! I accidentally uploaded this here

[@MarkCherkowski]

@@MrKevanHudson What's the link to your main channel?

[@MrKevanHudson]

@@MarkCherkowski here you go: kzbin.info/door/hUEoFy6eEqZPTnWTIPC-jw

[@davidwrathall3776]

Great video. I think this is the most 'real' I've seen so far on Albania. Love it!

[@MrKevanHudson]

thank you!

[@gerryetzler5834]

Well done Kevan. Ran across you video and it was very educational! Thanks.

[@MrKevanHudson]

You’re welcome

[@Sarah_Eva]

We're going there just for a trip soon, and I really appreciated your perspectives. Thank you.

[@MrKevanHudson]

De nada! I hope you enjoy it!

[@MrKevanHudson]

part two has just been made

[@Sarah_Eva]

@@MrKevanHudson Just in time, too. 😀

[@shokrobertson5080]

This is excellent Thank you

[@Teedo_Don]

This was an excellent video. Very insightful and informative. I appreciate you sharing with us 🇦🇱💪🏾🇺🇸

[@MrKevanHudson]

For sure bro! Glad you liked it!

[@malooksikandar]

Very well explain by you brother... Its nice way

[@ea3449]

Great video mate, I moved from Albania 22 years ago to UK and everything you said about Albania and Albanians is 💯 correct 👍

[@violetka1197]

Bole bythzi aziatik Gabel..

[@redfirekla]

Thanks for really checking out our county brother, living there for several years is the most in-depth review. God bless hope you start enjoying the country more as time goes by.

[@MrKevanHudson]

Of course! I'm still here!

[@travisross8704]

Hey man, great video, so glad you shared all of those experiences you’ve had over such a long time there! My wife and I and little child are going to be moving to Albania from the United States in the next six months or so, and we very much look forward to many of the things that you recommended and the experiences that you’ve had 🎉

[@shaclo1512]

would be interesting to hear the reason why you want to move to Albania, especially when you live in a great country like the US

[@travisross8704]

@@shaclo1512 well for a few different reasons I grew up in Europe though I’m an American. I feel a lot more comfortable with a European lifestyle. Most of the American lifestyle, no matter where you go it’s going to be very suburban which means perfect houses and lawns, but no vibe or feeling of community whatsoever. Everybody drives in their car, long distances, and most people spend the vast majority of the time, working really hard to pay off student loans and healthcare debt, everything here is extremely expensive I’m talking 4-5 times more expensive than for example, Albania were the quality is essentially the same or less even because shipping routes are far longer suited to much larger country and more isolated so the quality and freshness of food is less than you would find in a place like Albania, for example I could go on and on.

[@shaclo1512]

@@travisross8704 wow, thanks for the answer. I understand your points, I live in Germany (parents are Albanian so I have a bit of connection to that part of Europe) and I think I know what you mean. Here in Germany I also feel like everything is much systematic, everything has its order, everyone follows the tiniest rules etc. But I really miss that easy going life what I experience when I'm in Albania. Good luck for you and your family.

[@MrKevanHudson]

just made part two!

[@travisross8704]

@@shaclo1512 thank you! By the way I used to live in Regensburg Bavaria. I understand the “oppressive “ feeling one can get from living is such places at times. Of course there are also upsides to living in Germany too. Still love Regensburg!

[@defazio8]

Great video! Thank you

[@emilschonborn2301]

Thanks for the super informative video. I will move to Albania by the middle of August 2023. Surely, I will contact Tahira👍

[@MrKevanHudson]

He's AWESOME! He's helped me and 2 of my other friends here get our 5-year residency in like 2-3 months. And its been a huge relief not having to worry about leaving for 3 months and coming back. He's truly a gem.

[@emmanuelbalo8679]

​@@MrKevanHudson, hi there bro. Can you kindly help share with me your email.

[@sossoft]

I'm a black woman married to an Albanian. Gonna pull in, get my tea and come back to watch. This gonna be good lol

[@MrKevanHudson]

lmao enjoy

[@Kattcreate]

How is it being married to an Albanian? One wants to date and I’m from the Bahamas!

[@MrKevanHudson]

@@Kattcreate Gurl don't do it lol I would not recommend it unless this person has lived abroad (ideally born abroad) and has removed all misogynistic attitudes that they might have. It's just like marrying a man with middle eastern values. Not trying to make stereotypes. But I've seen a lot of them be very possessive over their wives. But it depends if you want a progressive relationship or not. But I'd say no

[@patriotalbanian3205]

@@MrKevanHudson😂your jealous 😂

[@patriotalbanian3205]

@@Kattcreatewe are complicated most hottest men on planet and same time most horny men’s on planet that’s for sure we believe we are most smart people and we think we are superior race and history is our think btw I never been Bahamas I know where is it only in my imagination it’s something like a nice place with nice beaches forgive me if I’m wrong is Bahamas an Insel in South America

[@enle5068]

This is accurate, you've captured pretty much the most important aspects of our society. Well done

[@MrKevanHudson]

thanks

[@Wawruto]

Are you ashamed of the homophobia and racism and lack of respect for laws?

[@MrKevanHudson]

@@Wawruto I think "ashamed" is a strong word since no one has control over other people. Only for themselves. With that being said I don't think there is a country that exist without racism of some sort and homophobia. It exists everywhere in different amounts.

[@enle5068]

@@Wawruto no because none of the things you mentioned applies to me.

[@Wawruto]

@@enle5068 Yet, Albanians tend to generalize things and people a lot.

[@SparkySenor]

Hi Kevan just watched your video after a recent holiday to Tirana and Durres. I was only visiting for a week but your five years of observations were pretty close to mine too. I'm planning to return next year in the Spring if possible. You are quite the ambassador for the country as mostly your comments were positive and honest. I've just noticed that you have a part 2 video follow-up, and I cannot wait to watch that too. Great content but consider the harsh lightbulb, which is very distracting. Merry Christmas from Glasgow.

[@MrKevanHudson]

Thanks for the feedback! As for the lighting I was at an airbnb on vacation

[@luckieramos9001]

Please do a part 2 Your energy and thorough view was Absolutely the best!!!! Plus I’m from Brooklyn So the New York relation Was a plus

[@MrKevanHudson]

I already made a part 2

[@alisaxhabrahimi]

Welcome to Albania. I hope you enjoy your stay there. ☺️☺️

[@al-hassanabdulmanaf7366]

I'm coming to Albania next month I some friends....

What an excellent and objective job!

[@anyagordon8962]

great stuff man

[@russolmt]

Hey Kevan, thanks for recommending Tahir for the Albanian residency. Spoke to him recently and had an excellent experience.!

[@MrKevanHudson]

Tahir is the man! I wouldn't trust anyone else besides him!

[@al-hassanabdulmanaf7366]

Kindly link me up to Tahir... Im coming Albania next month. Thanks

[@vaguelyvagrant9694]

Great video! I laughed out loud at the "zoo of birds and ducks" comment. My wife and I have been living in different countries for the last 17 years. I found all of these comments could be said about many places, but I'm looking forward to spending more time in Albania.

[@happinesschinagwam9821]

This is actually the most helpful video I have come across. Trying to move for work and I am clueless 😭

[@MrKevanHudson]

I hope it works out! If you need help the person I left in the video description can be contacted and help you out

[@DFHarr]

Mr. K., This video is the absolute bomb! Thoughtful and comprehensive impressions and experiences shared by a long-term African-American resident living abroad are invaluable and greatly appreciated. Quick note: the glare from the hanging lightbulb behind you was a bit distracting, but I thoroughly enjoyed the video. Take care, and continue to enjoy yourself, wherever you may be! Thank you very much!

[@MrKevanHudson]

Thank you!

[@rosaglem1905]

One of the best videos I have seen on life in Albania. I truly loved this one. I am hoping for a long term visit to Albania this coming summer 2023. As a sistah, I truly appreciate your analysis of everything to be aware of.

[@MrKevanHudson]

Happy to help!

[@gilliobrouwer7050]

How was your time in albania ❤?

[@rosaglem1905]

@@gilliobrouwer7050 , I had a change of plans due to major surgery. I doubt I'll make it there at this point, so I decided to head back to Mexico instead. Thank you for asking.

[@zeytelaloi]

Damn get better @@rosaglem1905

[@leplane_]

Thanks for the pros and cons. Gentrification is something I've observed since I left the states and started traveling abroad, specially in my homeland. I plan to visit Albania soon, but I won't be renting as I'll be bikepacking. Found a campsite in Tirana for I think 5-7 bucks a day. I plan to do a visa run every 3 months from Schengen to countries outside of it. Cheers

[@mammorm]

Nice video, I am Italian based in the UK and I see a lot of similarity with Italy style of living.

[@freedomobsessed167]

Good job describing Albania I'm Albanian but left the country in 1991... have visited it since then. And to tell you the truth, I learned some things from your video

[@weswhite6058]

25:10 wow, you really hit the nail on the head with that one, bravo. That’s one of the reasons I want to move their, just lay low for a year and get away from it all

[@khadijahannisa6029]

Hello, I appreciate your video being very informative 👍 I've always wanted to visit Albanian, and I'm here in Tirana so far. I'm so happy to be here. I'm not bored. Returning to the USA 🇺🇸 but returning to reside for a year if permissible I've run into some ppl saying it was changed for Americans for only 90 days kinda confused so I'll look into it. Best wishes, and thanks for sharing

[@MrKevanHudson]

Im happy to hear you like it here :)

[@rosaglem1905]

It was changed temporarily, but, it's back to a year.

[@khadijahannisa6029]

@Rosa Glem wait I can stay a year without visa

[@MrKevanHudson]

@@khadijahannisa6029 All Americans can stay here for a year without a visa

[@dios1ish868]

@@khadijahannisa6029 For Americans is one year all the time.

[@songsabai3794]

Thanks for sharing. You infer some interesting insight into the Albanian-psyche. I live in Chiang Mai,Thailand, a few years ago some Canadian-expats relocated to Sarande and opened up a small business. They have been raving about the place and because there are no Thai restaurants or ethnic-food options suggested that we should consider it as a ripe seasonal business opportunity. From exploring Albania via YT-vids I'm really impressed with many aspects of the country and look forward to visiting in the near future. But, I still remain strangely apprehensive about the idea of setting-up a Thai-restaurant there. Local tongue-taste may not be open to Thai flavors. I don't know....for example, just seems odd that there are no Chinese there...they are basically everywhere a door is open. I still find Albania fascinating and hope to check it out soon for myself.

[@albanodoko9540]

Who told you there is no Chinese in Albania they are the first emigrants who settled in Tirana they have their own market

[@shaclo1512]

Thai food is great, I'm sure that people will love it. But don't think that you will become wealthy with a restaurant, it's the same like in Thailand, you can live normal with that income.

[@songsabai3794]

Thanks for that. Yes, I'm aware of the price point in Albania, which is about the same as a Thailand tourist area. The intent is to experience a new culture and the challenge of introducing a different cuisine into the market. We look at it as a seasonal business only, not a get rich quick operation.

[@albloves]

@@songsabai3794 With some dedication and patience I think you’ll have success if decide to undertake such business here.

[@songsabai3794]

@@albloves Thanks for that. My impression is that Sarande is starting to attract a more diverse crowd (multi-national) rather than predominately Albanians.

[@obedadjei4199]

I will be there soon ❤

[@mrihatethesethings]

Spectacular video. Im in the US right now finishing a salmon season in Alaska, and I had been planning to move to Colombia when its over, but I just happened to come across an article talking about the year long visa free thing for Americans, and after a little research, I've fallen in love with a country i knew nothing about 2 weeks ago. Ive been watching a lot of vloggers these past couple weeks, and this video in particular has been the most informative and insightful so far. Everyone else seems to just talks about the prices, food and brush over other superficial subjects and all that jazz. Ill probably be there in about a month, and I'd love to buy you coffee or dinner and just chat with you if youre down.

[@MrKevanHudson]

I'm happy it was helpful! I tried to go into a bit more depth. But I think I should be making a part two pretty soon because I've been getting more questions.

[@mrihatethesethings]

@@MrKevanHudson Well I can't wait to see it!

[@MrKevanHudson]

part 2 has been made@@mrihatethesethings

[@mrihatethesethings]

@@MrKevanHudsonlol I fell asleep watching it last night. I'll finish it when I'm off work tonight. I work 16hr shifts and haven't had a day off since the first week of June, so I'm pretty fatigued rn, but will give you full thoughts on it soon.

[@AngusGaukrogerDev]

Hey! This is super interesting thanks! I visited Albania in May and I'm going back to live there for a couple of months later this year :) You mentioned Spanish dancing, is this something that a lot of Albanians take part in? (Salsa, Bachata etc etc) I loved my time in latin America and it surprised me to hear that! I was overwhelmed by just how kind Albanians were when I was there, do you have any tips for foreigners on how to make friends there? It will be my first time living abroad for a while and working so it's something that concerns me a bit as previously I met people in hostels.

[@ek11129]

Latin dance is very popular in Tirana on this street named block many latin nights. It's easy to make friends as he mentioned ppl love to get to know you and ask many questions and invite you for coffee on the regular 😅

[@Wawruto]

@@ek11129 Are you ashamed of the homophobia and racism and lack of respect for laws?

[@abadgegiubane7366]

@@Wawrutowhat lol

[@jadesierra7691]

Amazing video! Thanks so much for sharing. How is it finding work for foreigners?

[@MrKevanHudson]

I think fairly easy if you're a native english/italian speaker looking to work in a call center.

[@JulianCurrie]

This was great. I use to travel live in SE Asia pre-pandemic. I'll be traveling around to random countries starting in August. Getting out of America again for an indeterminate amount of time for obvious reasons.. I'm choosing countries that don't require a visa for Americans. Albania was first alphabetically lol. This got me excited to visit.

[@Lindanaritau]

My family is from Kosovo and we live in Germany (born and raised here), but I‘m thinking about moving to Albania. This was really helpful and very interesting, because even though I‘ve been to Albania many times, it was only for holidays 🫶

[@d.f.9064]

Good point, visiting a place and making a video about what it's like to live there is YT fluff and garbage. Thank you for making this.

[@kreshnike83]

I love your vibe! You really gave the good the bad the ugly! 😂

[@MrKevanHudson]

Hopefully there is more good than bad!

[@simplelife1987]

From Florida black American, once I learned that albania has 3 beach vibe cities I was hooked...durres sarande and vlore...love how pedestrian friendly it is must be bc of cafe culture

[@MrKevanHudson]

3 beach vibes? The length of the country is a coastline. So there are beaches for days.

[@simplelife1987]

@@MrKevanHudson yea I figured that its just those seem the biggest most well known cities on coast

[@MrKevanHudson]

@@simplelife1987 I see. I will say those are the easiest to travel to with public transport.

[@johnfisher368]

Lol , what you said about the night life is so true!

[@MrKevanHudson]

night life is so superficially ass here. I miss places where people actually danced

[@rudolfohisena5701]

Thank you for being objective.

[@MrKevanHudson]

I tried my best.

[@ek11129]

This video is very accurate about Albania

[@user-me9ib9ef5s]

Hi

[@KOGiyli]

Excellent accurate video Kevan. Im Albanian American living in US since 1997. Worked in the police force in Albania and Massachusetts police as well. In 2017 and 2018 lived a brief period in Tirana my birthplace. Although as an albanian born I was judging things as a " foreigner" and I couldn't not agree more with you. I noticed kids play football until midnight in the playground and my US mind got under alert initially, than I reminded myself that I was in Albania where kids live in one of the safest country to be a child. We played football at the Universiteti (;Mother Tereza Plaza) everyday until 0200 in the morning until our parents came to get us. As for racism: 1. Looks/steer its a common thing there and they steer a lot and everyone nevermind being a foreigner that look different and out of curiosity. 2. If someone yells at you any phrase in English, they don't do it to pick on you primarily but to impress other Albanians that they can speak English. 3. For what I have seen abroad Albanians appreciate friendship and are not racist people. Bronx NY is a tale of unbreakable friendships between albanians and african americans. In many occasions myself being in uniform and with accent being singled out officer by African American folks and in the moment they're told I was Albanian they immediately showed a great positive attitude pointing their albanian friends, neighbors and relationships. One very pretty lady once said: Are you Albanian? .. I surprised by her accuracy said yes and asked how she figured it out. She said that I talked like her Albanian boyfriend... Kevan my brother , appreciate you and your precise nsight about my old Country.

[@MrKevanHudson]

This was a beautiful comment. Thanks for taking time to write it!

[@KOGiyli]

@@MrKevanHudson Here in Austin was about 0500 hours and there are few souls in the street. Parked my vehicle and wrote it feeling obligated and appreciative

[@MrKevanHudson]

Thank you very much for that! It made me very interested in the relations between African Americans & Albanians. IDK if this topic has been researched, but now I think I'm gonna look into it@@KOGiyli

[@obedadjei4199]

Watching from UAE 🇦🇪

[@jasondelpierre2731]

Hey bro, just got back from 🇦🇱 nice talk

[@diaryofadeadtattooist]

Nice vid dude. We love albania and have been over twice to look at property. I'll probably be in touch for your lawyer friend to see about actioning a deal.

[@MrKevanHudson]

For sure! his info is in the bio. You can reach out to him anytime

[@camfuentes986]

super helpful! are you able to give any guidance on finding fairly priced housing?

[@MrKevanHudson]

Thats gonna be hard. but maybe you can contact the person in the description of this video for help

[@camfuentes986]

@@MrKevanHudson okay! I will be moving there in October for a volunteer program. Do you have social media?

[@MrKevanHudson]

@@camfuentes986 No I only have the tiktok profile I left in the bio. But I don't really use social media like that. I deactivated everything this year. Otherwise I mainly use Reddit only.

[@saythetruth1084]

Albania is good for big corporations and if you have enough money to “retire” ! Albania has nice weather , beaches, good food, mountains, and reasonable good prices for fast food . I’m albanian living overseas, thinking often of me retiring in albania! You can’t go wrong with the weather , food and our amazing social culture!

[@GlobalMindsetRealism]

Loved this video. I’ve been in tirana for a year and a half now. What’s the black Facebook group?

[@MrKevanHudson]

We don't have a black FB group tbh. We just all know each other if that makes sense. But I've stopped meeting new people for like 2 years now so I'm not up to date with most of the newer ones here. But some of us are in the regular FB group

[@calumvaughan8690]

24:55 bruh this literally describes my situation right now lol. gone through some tough shit, visited albania last year and absolutely loved it, and im now thinking of moving there. i wonder why albania attracts that

[@MrKevanHudson]

yeah, everyone moves here with problems lol because this is a fast solution it attracts them.

[@calumvaughan8690]

@@MrKevanHudson how do you mean fast solution? interested to know your thoughts on why albania attracts people with problem

[@MrKevanHudson]

@@calumvaughan8690 people who want to leave america need a visa to live elsewhere. Albania Allows americans to stay for a eyar without a visa so its a good place to go to if you have a remote job. The same way a lot of people go to Tblisi Georgia because they can stay a year.

[@MrKevanHudson]

just made part 2!@@calumvaughan8690

[@sihlemasondo2898]

Albania is the future thank u

[@Flat_Earth_Addy]

No.

[@sihlemasondo2898]

@@Flat_Earth_Addy why not

[@Balkanlegend890]

@@sihlemasondo2898she got her heart broken don’t listen to her

[@user-pl8do8cu8t]

Roches I found in Michigan when I rented apt when I arrived in Michigan from Tirana as permanent resident and you know Florida is full so I’m sorry that you experienced that but is not unusually in the world

[@henrypatrick1502]

Hi, I'm a freelancer working remotely from Nigeria and I plan on moving to Albania using the Digital Nomad Visa Route. I tried applying for it online but it seems I need a bank account in Albania and all. Please how can I go about this from my home country? Can I use the tourist visa and within my stay in Albania convert my visa to the digital nomad visa? the registration online is quite confusing and I would really appreciate your assistance. Thank you

[@MrKevanHudson]

contact the infomartion in the description for more. He can help

[@ArmyguyTravelsColombia]

I’m moving there next year

[@MrKevanHudson]

dope

[@dohaali2010]

hows shopping in Albania? International brands that we have in the US? Also, would you say its a more advanced country considering its in the middle of Europe?

[@MrKevanHudson]

IDK how to define "advanced" and IDK where you're from to compare. Because Tirana is more advanced than some areas in rural America. Shopping..mmm..I dont shop for clothes much but the prices are the same or maybe more expensenive than the rest of europe if you go to the mall. There are a lot of thrift stores and second hand shops everywhere. And there are also a lot of fake brands. They even sell fake Nikes at the mall which is shocking ebcause they mark them for the real price. IF you're the type of person that can recognize fakes and quality/value you'll be fine

[@bletrick3352]

Advanced in comparison to where. The USA? Depends on the State. I'd say Albania would be ahead of 4 or 5 US states in terms of overall development. I see you have a video on Gothenburg, think of Tirana as Gothenburg 10 years ago. That's the level the city is at. As for shopping and brands you have most of what you have in the USA

[@msibocharity4300]

Am soon visiting would like to know more about Albania

[@cyntiaagbebaku7233]

Please can Albania tourist visa be changed to work visa? Or how do you go about it when you like to stay back in Albania as a tourist

[@henrypatrick1502]

Hi Cynthia, are you in Albania?

[@albloves]

You can do it if you find a job. Albanian is starving for workforce now. And for IT people especially, now the gov passed a law that if you prove at the border that you are going to work for an albanian IT company, you dont need a visa at the border… no matter where you’re coming from!

[@a-k9161]

100% true

[@Fegga1955]

❤❤❤

[@natashamarcella11]

Hello! My husband and I are looking to spend some time in Albania . We're coming from turkey. Would you know where I should start to look for a cheap apartment in safe area? 😊😊😊😊😊

[@MrKevanHudson]

I heard recently they started doing short term rentals but normally me and all my friends have had to rent for a year. You can check century21 /merrjep or google "apartment me qera". Or when you get here walk around street by street looking at flyers & calling numbers (thats what I did for 3 weeks). or airbnb - the simplest way.

[@natashamarcella11]

@@MrKevanHudson where are you ? Thanks for replying so fast!

[@MrKevanHudson]

@@natashamarcella11 No problem. I often miss comments because I dont use this youtube acount ever, but I just decided to check comments here recently. I'm in albania.

[@MrKevanHudson]

I just made part two and went into more detail about finding apartments@@natashamarcella11

[@matthewbrown4575]

Great assessment of Albania , im from the US , iv been in Albania for 3 years now . Are you still in Albania Kevan ?

[@MrKevanHudson]

Yes I am

[@matthewbrown4575]

@@MrKevanHudsoncool . iv been in Tirana for 3 years with my wife . Wanna meet up at 1 of the million cafes in Tirana ?

[@mirellawentz4688]

Just wondering if u ever thought of using a translator app ? In real time with your phone you can talk to people using the app

[@MrKevanHudson]

I've thought of it. I've only ever needed it when speaking to a Uyghur Muslim guy once. Other than that, I just learn the words I need to say.

[@phooongtion]

What job do you have and how did you stumble upon it?

[@MrKevanHudson]

Copywriter & Linkedin

[@earlh]

Mostly spot on, for someone that is not familiar with the place or the culture you may have gone a bit too deep into it. About the healthcare part, it is true that state healthcare isn't the greatest, but you can get good healthcare in Albania at the private hospitals. Health insurance and generally hospital fees are not that expensive. Albania pre-covid had higher life expectancy than the US 79.28 and 77 after covid, while it is 78.29 and 77.28 in the states. As you said Albanians are generally a bit traditional and elderly get a lot of care from their family members, as a foreigner you might not have the same situation. About drugs, they are easy to find, but you will not come across any if you are not looking for them. You might be hanging out with the wrong people mate, or the right people depending on what you are looking for :D It could also be that as a foreigner people assume you are into that stuff, people were brainwashed during comunist times to think that foreigners are people of low moral values. Generally a good list I would say, keep it up!

[@User12345fan]

Healthcare there is much better than in the US. I have a pretty good health insurance in the US. But I try not to use it. Even with insurance, it’s so damn expensive. I pay in Albania full price on private hospitals and it’s still much cheaper than the US on health insurance.

[@earlh]

@@User12345fan I'd still recommend having health insurance in Albania. You can easily pay cash for normal visits and what not, but it can get pretty expensive if you end up needing something more complicated. My uncle needed to have heart valve replacement surgery and that ended up costing in the tens of thousands of dollars, still cheaper than in the US, but not exactly pocket change either. You could always get treated at the public hospitals for next to no money but nobody that is able to go to the private hospital would risk that in Albania. Tldr; Get yourself health insurance in Albania, it's cheap and it might save your life.

[@wawawanderer]

@@earlh would you recommend a specific insurance provider? Thank you

[@earlh]

​@@wawawanderer Hi Joe, I am not familiar how it works for foreigners, you might need a second opinion from someone more qualified. As an Albanian I've used Insig and Sigal. They both offered a comprehensive coverage which also includes specialised treatment abroad in case you there isn't such treatment in Albania. My knowledge could also be out of date as I haven't lived in the country full-time for over a decade now. I've heard some insurance agencies offer special packages for expats and service in English. Good luck!

[@Donnie-Lee-Gringo]

this is some helpful info for me as I try to decide if I want to live in retirement life in Albania. Especially as an older gay US American

[@User12345fan]

It’s getting better for LGBT people. It was never dangerous. Just not accepted.

[@MrKevanHudson]

Thats not tru what the other person say about it not being dangerous. I volunteered at the LGBT shelter is. It's not dangerous for foreigners. But for locals its a different story. People here are VERY VERY aggressively homophobic in their opinions. Check out Joq's IG page and look at the comments for the homophobic stuff they post. You will see thousands of albanians saying things like "I hope this faggot gets killed" and stuff like this

[@daddy1571]

Don't move to a country that has traditional values then. You're not welcome in Albania for sure.

[@dios1ish868]

@@MrKevanHudson We are more judgmental about our own, but don't mind about the lifestyle of the foreigners. The big cities don't have too much problems, but suburbs and rural areas like everywhere are more conservatives.

[@m_m_m_m_m_m_m_m_m_m_m]

Don't overpay for stuff. And please, please, please don't tip. Restaurant owners will just start feeling they can underpay employees because the responsibility will be on the clients.

[@MrKevanHudson]

locals tip here, idk why you're telling people not to tip. But people shouldn't over tip and overpay, I do agree with this.

[@TheTerrainWizard]

Thank you for this! I’m gearing up to leave the USA and head to Albania because the USA is a dumpster fire right now, and I don’t see it getting any better anytime soon.

[@Truthseeker371]

Very few travellers/sejourners have friends in strange places. I make efforts to make a few. If you're decent and respectful, making acquaintances and eventually friends is not hard at all.

[@MrKevanHudson]

I agree.

[@exkalina]

Hey, how come you went to albania?What drew you in? 😊

[@MrKevanHudson]

Just some volunteer work, and wanting to live closer to Italy. So it wasn't anything about this country specifically that drew me in, but after being here, its because of the coutnry that I'm still here. If that makes sense

[@bartstewart8644]

How cold is the ocean there? Can you swim without a wetsuit? Is there any surf??? A lot of beach towns around the world have no waves at all. It's like a lake! Also, are prices just exploding like in Portugal, to where the cost of living advantage will be GONE in a few years? I caught the part about the healthcare services not being very good. That was tough. Oh well, anyone knowledgeable about Albania, please let me know about the cost of living, and the ocean!

[@MrKevanHudson]

IDK, because I consider pool water to be too cold for me. But in the summer time the water is nice on Vlora. I dont think there is any surfing. Swim without a wetsuit? IDK what this means. You can wear whatever you want to the beach. And yes prices are going up here as well.

[@publicnewsmetro]

Where are you from originally? You don’t sound like you’re from NY. Btw… EXCELLENT VIDEO!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@MrKevanHudson]

New York

[@akingsley8011]

Plz are Jobs available over there.... love ur video

[@MrKevanHudson]

yes there are many on linkedin or on local job listing sites

[@MrKevanHudson]

I just made part two addressing this

[@samganocean8332]

I am moving to Albania in 2weeks and I do not know anyone. Can you please link any groups for rental homes or expats?

[@MrKevanHudson]

The only groups I know are called "expants in albania" and "expats in tirana" and they are on FB. I don't have the links since I dont use FB. But these were the names last time I was using it.

[@isiborgloriaihionukwu4381]

How's coming from Nigeria to Albania like? I really want to live and work there. Please tell me about it. Thank you

[@MrKevanHudson]

I don't know because I've never been to Nigeria and I haven't formed close relationships with people from Nigeria here to tell their full perspective. However, I have met some people from Nigeria and they like it here, and some of them don't like it. I think it depends on what you're doing for work, how much that pays, and how much you're willing to learn the language. If these things are good, then I think you can have a great life here. I suggest finding something online first that pays well before coming here. They now have digital nomad visas I think - but the lawyer in the description of this video can probably tell you better than I can. You can reach him by email because maybe he has worked with Nigerians

[@isiborgloriaihionukwu4381]

@@MrKevanHudson Thanks for your quick response I appreciate 👏. Then I will better go into digital nomad. Thanks 👍

[@user-ms6ue6bj4b]

​@@isiborgloriaihionukwu4381I'm Albanian don't come Albania for Albanians

[@blessedsonyoutubechannel2011]

What are types of Jobs in Albanian for a foreigner. Am from Sierra Leone and I want to travel there

[@MrKevanHudson]

I do not know. Not many. You need to learn the language before you come here if you want to work here. Or find a foreign company to hire you. But I would not come here without having a job lined up first. But you can also email the lawyer in the description and ask him questions, he might know better than me.

[@ebonychukwulo3389]

I intend to come there would like meet u up some some assistance

[@MrKevanHudson]

you can reach out to the person in the description, they can help better

[@MohamedBangoura-xn8ez]

hello sir I wanted to can you help me for an Albania visa I am Guinean I don't know how to do it please

[@MrKevanHudson]

I do no help people with visas. Please reach out to the email address in the description, they help people move to Albania.

[@kaltrinahasani3375]

As an albanian this video is really good and true😂🥰🥰

[@Wawruto]

Are you ashamed of the homophobia and racism and lack of respect for laws?

[@kaltrinahasani3375]

@@Wawruto dude of course yes, its wrong and our goverment is full of shits and we need many laws but we(ballkans) get hate too when we go in others eu countries, and it doesnt mean that i am happy for this i just meant that she was real in video

[@jackholman5008]

​@@Wawrutonothing wrong with homophobia bro

[@Wawruto]

@@jackholman5008 So you are proud of being hateful people? How can you justify hate?

[@bletrick3352]

@@Wawruto Shut up Serb