Bank of Albania

Bank of Albania Press Releases Index 2026

Bank of Albania published its 2026 press releases index on its official website, listing entries chronologically including a Deputy Governor's attendance at the Albanian Diaspora Summit, two calls for interest to participate in European integration discussion tables covering chapters 4 (Free Movement of Capital) and 17 (Economic and Monetary Policy), and Supervisory Council decisions. This is an administrative index page providing access to the bank's public communications.

Call for Expression of Interest - EU Integration Chapter 17 Economic and Monetary Policy Consultation Table

Bank of Albania issues an open call for expression of interest inviting non-state actors including civil society organisations, local authorities, business communities, academic institutions, and media to apply for participation in the European Integration Partnership Platform Discussion and Consultation Table for Chapter 17 (Economic and Monetary Policy). Applications must be submitted within 14 days of the responsible institution's announcement (23 April 2026) by email to public@bankofalbania.org, with the consultation deadline set for 7 May 2026.

Expression of Interest: EU Integration Forum Chapter 4 Free Movement of Capital

Bank of Albania invites non-state actors to participate in the EU Integration Partnership Platform consultation forum for Chapter 4 on Free Movement of Capital. Eligible participants include civil society organizations, local authorities, business community, trade unions, academia, media, and other interest groups. Applications must be submitted within 14 days to public@bankofalbania.org.

Deputy Governor Ahmetaj Highlights Albania SEPA Integration

Deputy Governor Natasha Ahmetaj of the Bank of Albania spoke at the Albanian Diaspora Summit on Albania's integration into the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA). She outlined the Bank's reforms to formalize remittance channels and reduce costs for families, as well as measures to support fintech sector development and expand financial services access. SEPA membership represents a significant step toward Albania's EU financial integration, expected to lower cross-border transfer costs and promote payment innovation.