Albanian ID Photo

Your Electronic Identity Card Within Albania’s Identitek Service

The electronic identity card in Albania, known as the Letërnjoftim Elektronik, is one of the biometric documents administered by IdentiTek. The provider separates its guidance by document, location, age group and application status. Choosing those details correctly is important because an identity-card renewal is not necessarily the same transaction as a first passport application.

For first applications, IdentiTek’s published information describes valid identification, a State Police self-declaration completed through e-Albania and an application coupon. These establish the service request around the portrait and the other identity documents in the record. Keep the application confirmation and instructions together so you know which office and procedure you are using.

The photograph’s role is to provide a recognizable likeness on the finished card. Our biometrics explanation gives context for the electronic document, while the photo requirements, facial expression and photo quality guides support photo preparation. The issuing service determines the actual image-collection arrangements; do not choose a print format solely because it is familiar from another document.

An applicant outside Albania should check whether the local Albanian representation offers the required identity-card service. The embassy and consulate directory can help find that office. Within Albania, consult IdentiTek’s current location and renewal information rather than relying on an old civil-registration address. Understanding the selected card service first helps you prepare the photograph and supporting material for the same application.