Relocation Viability: Georgia vs. Albania vs. Kosovo
An Infographic Guide to Key Considerations from the Relocation Viability Assessment Report
At a Glance: Quick Comparison
A snapshot of key differentiators. Lower values generally indicate higher affordability or better scores for some metrics.
Georgia 🇬🇪
Avg. Monthly Cost: ~€885
(Range: €690-1080)
Albania 🇦🇱
Avg. Monthly Cost: ~€800
(Range: €626-975)
Kosovo 🇽🇰
Avg. Monthly Cost: ~€553
(Range: €453-653)
Donut charts represent relative affordability index (lower is more affordable, based on 1000 as a benchmark max cost). Source: Table 2.4.1 Estimated Total.
Cost of Living Deep Dive
Comparing estimated monthly living costs for a single person in a city center. This excludes discretionary spending, healthcare, and other variable costs.
Data sourced from Table 2.4.1 of the report. Bars represent average estimated costs.
Economic Context & Income Potential
A look at key economic indicators that impact financial viability and opportunity.
GDP per Capita & Average Salary
Data from Table 3.3.1. Kosovo avg. salary N/A in source table.
Recent Annual GDP Growth
Georgia 🇬🇪
20.66%
(2023)
Albania 🇦🇱
3.9%
(2024)
Kosovo 🇽🇰
4.4%
(2024)
Visa & Residency Pathways
Key considerations for initial entry and long-term stays for foreign nationals.
Georgia 🇬🇪
- ✈️ Initial Entry: Visa-free up to 1 year for many.
- 🏡 Investment Residency: Yes (Real Estate, Business, Bank Deposit).
- ⏱️ Path to Perm. Residency (Work): 6-10 years.
- 📄 Health Insurance: Yes (for permit).
Albania 🇦🇱
- ✈️ Initial Entry: Visa-free up to 1 year (US citizens).
- 🏡 Investment Residency: No.
- ⏱️ Path to Perm. Residency: After Type D visa + residence permit.
- 📄 Health Insurance: Yes (for visa/work permit).
Kosovo 🇽🇰
- ✈️ Initial Entry: Visa-free up to 90 days.
- 🏡 Investment Residency: No.
- ⏱️ Path to Perm. Residency: 5 years on temporary permits.
- 📄 Health Insurance: Yes (for permit).
Summary based on Table 4.3.1 of the report.
Healthcare System Comparison
Access to quality healthcare and insurance are vital. Public systems vary, and private insurance is key for expats.
Avg. Monthly Private Insurance Cost (EUR)
Georgia: €12-25 (approx from USD). Albania: €30-100. Kosovo: N/A, international vital. (Source: Table 5.3.1)
Georgia 🇬🇪 Key Challenge:
No free public healthcare for expats; private insurance essential.
Albania 🇦🇱 Key Challenge:
Public healthcare quality lags Western standards; private preferred.
Kosovo 🇽🇰 Key Challenge:
Significant quality/resource limitations; specialized care gaps; medical evacuation often needed.
Infrastructure & Connectivity Snapshot
Comparing countries across key infrastructure aspects. Scores are synthesized (1-Low to 5-High).
Scores synthesized from qualitative data in Table 6.3.1. Higher scores are better.
Safety & Political Stability
General safety perceptions and key risks to be aware of.
Overall Safety Perception Score
Score based on "General Safety Perception" (1-Low to 5-High). Source: Table 7.3.1.
Georgia 🇬🇪 Specific Risk:
Geopolitical tensions in certain regions.
Albania 🇦🇱 Specific Risk:
Road safety (driving habits, high road death rates).
Kosovo 🇽🇰 Specific Risk:
Political tensions in North; lack of full government control in some areas; unexploded landmines (remote).
Quality of Life & Tailored Recommendations
While direct Quality of Life index comparisons are nuanced (see report notes on data sources), here are key cultural aspects and the report's recommendations based on priorities.
Georgia 🇬🇪
🤝 Highly welcoming, easy integration.
🗣️ Georgian challenging; English common in cities.
🏞️ Wine, history, diverse landscapes.
⚠️ Urban traffic/pollution, some "chaos".
Albania 🇦🇱
🤝 Friendly, communal, growing expat scene.
🗣️ Less English rurally; learning Albanian useful.
🏞️ Mediterranean climate, traditions.
⚠️ Rising property prices, limited local jobs for foreigners.
Kosovo 🇽🇰
🤝 Warm hospitality, easy social integration.
🗣️ Multilingual (Albanian, English, Serbian).
🏞️ Rich heritage, youthful energy, festivals.
⚠️ Poor air quality, infrastructure gaps (water, heating).
Which Country Suits Your Priorities?
Budget-Conscious?
KOSOVO 🇽🇰
Ensure robust health insurance & adapt to infrastructure.
Lifestyle Focus (Climate, Culture)?
ALBANIA 🇦🇱
Be mindful of road safety & language outside cities.
Entrepreneur/ Digital Nomad?
GEORGIA 🇬🇪
Secure private health insurance; navigate urban challenges.
Modern Urban Services & Connectivity Focus?
GEORGIA 🇬🇪 / ALBANIA 🇦🇱
Manage expectations; still developing vs. West.
This flowchart simplifies recommendations from Section 9 of the report. Always refer to the full report for detailed considerations.