{"id":617,"date":"2026-10-25T13:44:42","date_gmt":"2026-10-25T12:44:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/countries\/albania\/"},"modified":"2026-11-03T14:31:35","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T13:31:35","slug":"albania","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/countries\/albania\/","title":{"rendered":"Albania"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><section class=\"bb-hero bb-hero--beeld bb-hero--sub\" id=\"hero\" data-bg=\"primary\"><img class=\"bb-hero__img\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/land-albanie.webp\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/land-albanie-960.webp 960w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/land-albanie-1440.webp 1440w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/land-albanie.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"100vw\" alt=\"Berat in Albania, the historic old town with its many windows above the river\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1072\"><div class=\"bb-container bb-hero__inhoud\"><p class=\"bb-kicker\">RESEARCH COUNTRY<\/p><h1 class=\"bb-hero__kop\">Real estate investigation in Albania<\/h1><p class=\"bb-hero__tekst\">Bureaubuitenland Belgi\u00eb supports competent organisations with investigations into possible real estate in Albania. For each case, we assess which investigative options match the question at hand and the available data. We make clear agreements in advance on the scope, the expected lead time and the costs.<\/p><div class=\"bb-hero__knoppen\"><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--invers\" href=\"\/en\/request-a-pre-check\/\">Request a pre-check<\/a><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--tertiair\" href=\"\/en\/countries\/\">All research countries <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section><nav class=\"bb-breadcrumb\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><ol><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/\">Home<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/countries\/\">Research countries<\/a><\/li><li><span aria-current=\"page\">Albania<\/span><\/li><\/ol><\/div><\/nav><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-feiten\" id=\"feiten\" data-bg=\"paper\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><ul class=\"bb-feiten__lijst bb-grid-4\"><li class=\"bb-feit\"><span class=\"bb-feit__cijfer\">pre-check<\/span><span class=\"bb-feit__label\">initial picture, you decide on any follow-up<\/span><\/li><li class=\"bb-feit\"><span class=\"bb-feit__cijfer\">lead time<\/span><span class=\"bb-feit__label\">communicated in advance for each case<\/span><\/li><li class=\"bb-feit\"><span class=\"bb-feit__cijfer\">report<\/span><span class=\"bb-feit__label\">in English, with findings and substantiation<\/span><\/li><li class=\"bb-feit\"><span class=\"bb-feit__cijfer\">in advance<\/span><span class=\"bb-feit__label\">clarity on scope and costs<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-sectie--panel bb-sectie--tekst\" id=\"our-services-in-albania\" data-bg=\"panel\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>Our services in Albania<\/h2><div class=\"bb-tekst\"><\/p>\n<p>In Albania, we offer the following services. The precise options, research questions and work involved vary by case; we inform you about this in advance. The expected lead time is communicated in advance for each case. More on our approach for each client group: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/services\/for-public-social-welfare-centres\/\">investigations for OCMWs<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/services\/for-housing-companies\/\">investigations for housing companies<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pre-check<\/strong>: an initial investigation into possible leads for real estate registered in the name of the person concerned in Albania.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Full in-depth investigation<\/strong>: if, following a pre-check, you require further information and substantiation, with the available property data and official documents.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reporting in English<\/strong>: tailored to the assignment and the available information.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Valuation and translation<\/strong>: if your case requires a valuation or sworn translation, we discuss the options, conditions and costs in advance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-icoonlijst\" id=\"icoonlijst\" data-bg=\"paper\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>For whom and for which questions<\/h2><ul class=\"bb-icoonlijst__lijst bb-grid-2\"><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">account_balance<\/span><div><h3>Public centres for social welfare (OCMW)<\/h3><p>When assessing entitlement to a living wage (leefloon) or other social assistance, where there are indications of real estate in Albania.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">apartment<\/span><div><h3>Housing companies<\/h3><p>When checking the property ownership condition for a social housing unit, where a tenant may own a house or land in Albania.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">public<\/span><div><h3>Municipalities and social inspection services<\/h3><p>When investigating assets abroad within a case, as part of the commissioning party's own powers and decision-making.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">gavel<\/span><div><h3>Lawyers and bailiffs<\/h3><p>When preparing a legal case file or assessing recovery options against real estate in Albania.<\/p><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-sectie--panel bb-sectie--tekst\" id=\"documents-and-language-in-albania\" data-bg=\"panel\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>Documents and language in Albania<\/h2><div class=\"bb-tekst\"><\/p>\n<p>Source documents from Albania are in Albanian. If your case requires a sworn translation, we discuss the options, conditions and costs in advance. The nature and availability of documents vary by case. Depending on the document and its intended use, we assess whether a sworn translation, apostille or other formality is required. For each case, we indicate which documents are available and which additional data we need to assess your research question.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-icoonlijst\" id=\"icoonlijst\" data-bg=\"paper\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>Practical information for your case in Albania<\/h2><ul class=\"bb-icoonlijst__lijst bb-grid-2\"><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">fact_check<\/span><div><h3>What data we need<\/h3><p>Full name, date of birth and place of birth. You may additionally state a known municipality or region. We assess in advance whether the data provided are sufficient to start the investigation.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">search<\/span><div><h3>Name variants<\/h3><p>Albanian names contain characters such as \u00eb and \u00e7, which may be dropped or written differently in Belgian records. We agree the possible spellings with you in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">map<\/span><div><h3>Co-ownership and inheritance<\/h3><p>In the case of co-ownership or acquisition by inheritance, it may be important to investigate further both the ownership share and the date and manner of acquisition. If the municipality or region is known, we can carry out the investigation in a more targeted way.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">gavel<\/span><div><h3>Recovery and seizure<\/h3><p>Seizure and enforcement constitute a separate legal procedure. The options and requirements are assessed for each case by competent legal professionals. An investigation report does not in itself constitute seizure or recovery.<\/p><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-sectie--panel bb-tijdlijn bb-tijdlijn--h\" id=\"werkwijze\" data-bg=\"panel\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>Pre-check and possible follow-up investigation<\/h2><ol class=\"bb-tijdlijn__lijst bb-grid-3\"><li class=\"bb-stap bb-kaart\"><span class=\"bb-stap__nr\" aria-hidden=\"true\">1<\/span><div class=\"bb-stap__inhoud\"><div class=\"bb-stap__kop\"><h3>Pre-check<\/h3><span class=\"bb-tag\">lead time communicated in advance<\/span><\/div><p>An initial picture based on the data and options available for the case. You receive an overview of the findings and our advice on any follow-up.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-stap bb-kaart\"><span class=\"bb-stap__nr\" aria-hidden=\"true\">2<\/span><div class=\"bb-stap__inhoud\"><div class=\"bb-stap__kop\"><h3>Your decision<\/h3><span class=\"bb-tag\">you decide<\/span><\/div><p>The outcome of the pre-check provides a starting point for determining whether follow-up investigation is advisable. We confirm the costs of any follow-up in writing in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-stap bb-kaart\"><span class=\"bb-stap__nr\" aria-hidden=\"true\">3<\/span><div class=\"bb-stap__inhoud\"><div class=\"bb-stap__kop\"><h3>In-depth investigation<\/h3><span class=\"bb-tag\">scope agreed in advance<\/span><\/div><p>An in-depth investigation into the real estate found in Albania, with the available property data and official documents. The scope and the expected lead time are agreed with you in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/li><\/ol><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-sectie--tekst\" id=\"reporting-possibilities-and-limitations\" data-bg=\"paper\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>Reporting, possibilities and limitations<\/h2><div class=\"bb-tekst\"><\/p>\n<p>You receive a report in English setting out the findings, the available substantiation and any limitations of the investigation. A finding of ownership does not in itself mean that fraud has occurred. In the event of a negative outcome, we explain the scope of the investigation. Assessment and decision-making remain with the commissioning party. You can still contact us with questions about the report after delivery.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-sectie--panel bb-kaarten bb-kaarten--kb\" id=\"gerelateerd\" data-bg=\"panel\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>See also<\/h2><div class=\"bb-slider\" data-kolommen=\"3\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"bb-slider__knop bb-slider__knop--vorige\" aria-label=\"Previous\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\">&#8592;<\/span><\/button><div class=\"bb-slider__spoor bb-grid-3\"><article class=\"bb-kaart bb-kaart--kb\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bb-kaart__beeld\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/kb-vermoeden-dossier-768x429.webp\" alt=\"When may you start a property investigation? Suspicion, GDPR and case building\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\"><h3 class=\"bb-kaart__titel\">When may you start a property investigation? Suspicion, GDPR and case building<\/h3><p class=\"bb-kaart__tekst\">When may you start a property investigation? Which suspicion is sufficient, what the GDPR requires, what is not allowed and how to build the case file.<\/p><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--tertiair\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/knowledge-base\/when-to-start-a-property-investigation\/\">Read more <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/article><article class=\"bb-kaart bb-kaart--kb\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bb-kaart__beeld\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/pre-check-768x429.webp\" alt=\"Pre-check\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\"><h3 class=\"bb-kaart__titel\">Pre-check<\/h3><p class=\"bb-kaart__tekst\">Pre-check: an initial investigation into real estate abroad in the name of the person concerned. Usually 1 to 2 weeks, quotation in advance.<\/p><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--tertiair\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/services\/pre-check\/\">Read more <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/article><article class=\"bb-kaart bb-kaart--kb\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bb-kaart__beeld\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/land-kosovo-768x429.webp\" alt=\"Kosovo\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\"><h3 class=\"bb-kaart__titel\">Kosovo<\/h3><p class=\"bb-kaart__tekst\">Real estate investigation in Kosovo for OCMWs, housing companies and municipalities: pre-check, report in English, costs agreed in advance.<\/p><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--tertiair\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/countries\/kosovo\/\">Read more <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/article><article class=\"bb-kaart bb-kaart--kb\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bb-kaart__beeld\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/land-noord-macedonie-768x429.webp\" alt=\"North Macedonia\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\"><h3 class=\"bb-kaart__titel\">North Macedonia<\/h3><p class=\"bb-kaart__tekst\">Real estate investigation in North Macedonia for OCMWs and housing companies: pre-check, report in English, costs known in advance.<\/p><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--tertiair\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/countries\/north-macedonia\/\">Read more <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/article><\/div><button type=\"button\" class=\"bb-slider__knop bb-slider__knop--volgende\" aria-label=\"Next\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\">&#8594;<\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-faq-sectie\" id=\"faq\" data-bg=\"paper\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2><div class=\"bb-faq\"><div class=\"bb-faq__item\"><h3 class=\"bb-faq__vraag\"><button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"faq-faq-0\" id=\"faq-faq-0-knop\">Can Bureaubuitenland Belgi\u00eb investigate real estate in Albania?<span class=\"bb-faq__icoon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/button><\/h3><div class=\"bb-faq__antwoord\" id=\"faq-faq-0\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-faq-0-knop\"><p>Yes. Albania is one of our research countries. For each request, we assess which investigative options are available and agree in advance on the scope, the expected lead time and the costs.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bb-faq__item\"><h3 class=\"bb-faq__vraag\"><button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-faq-1\" id=\"faq-faq-1-knop\">What is the difference between a pre-check and a full investigation?<span class=\"bb-faq__icoon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/button><\/h3><div class=\"bb-faq__antwoord\" id=\"faq-faq-1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-faq-1-knop\" hidden><p>A pre-check gives an initial picture of possible leads. A full in-depth investigation goes further into the real estate found, with the available property data and official documents. We discuss any follow-up with you in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bb-faq__item\"><h3 class=\"bb-faq__vraag\"><button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-faq-2\" id=\"faq-faq-2-knop\">What information is needed to discuss a request for Albania?<span class=\"bb-faq__icoon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/button><\/h3><div class=\"bb-faq__antwoord\" id=\"faq-faq-2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-faq-2-knop\" hidden><p>The full name, date of birth and place of birth of the person concerned. You may additionally state a known municipality or region. We agree possible spellings of the name with you in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bb-faq__item\"><h3 class=\"bb-faq__vraag\"><button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-faq-3\" id=\"faq-faq-3-knop\">Will we receive a report in English?<span class=\"bb-faq__icoon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/button><\/h3><div class=\"bb-faq__antwoord\" id=\"faq-faq-3\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-faq-3-knop\" hidden><p>Yes. The report is in English. The source documents are in Albanian; if your case requires a sworn translation, we discuss the options and costs in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-cta bb-cta--beeld\" id=\"cta\" data-bg=\"primary\" style=\"--bb-cta-img:url(https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/cta-band.webp)\"><div class=\"bb-container bb-cta__inhoud\"><h2 class=\"bb-cta__kop\">Discuss your case<\/h2><p class=\"bb-cta__tekst\">Do you have a question about real estate abroad? We are happy to discuss which service suits your case. You receive clarity in advance about the assignment, the lead time and the costs.<\/p><p class=\"bb-cta__knop\"><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--invers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/contact\/\">Discuss your case<\/a><\/p><p class=\"bb-cta__contact\"><a href=\"tel:+31851110123\">+31 (0)85 111 01 23<\/a><span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u00b7 <\/span><a href=\"mailto:info@bureaubuitenland.be\">info@bureaubuitenland.be<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/section><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":1186,"parent":587,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-617","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail"],"bb_rendered":"<section class=\"bb-hero bb-hero--beeld bb-hero--sub\" id=\"hero\" data-bg=\"primary\"><img class=\"bb-hero__img\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/land-albanie.webp\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/land-albanie-960.webp 960w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/land-albanie-1440.webp 1440w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/land-albanie.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"100vw\" alt=\"Berat in Albania, the historic old town with its many windows above the river\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1072\"><div class=\"bb-container bb-hero__inhoud\"><p class=\"bb-kicker\">RESEARCH COUNTRY<\/p><h1 class=\"bb-hero__kop\">Real estate investigation in Albania<\/h1><p class=\"bb-hero__tekst\">Bureaubuitenland Belgi\u00eb supports competent organisations with investigations into possible real estate in Albania. For each case, we assess which investigative options match the question at hand and the available data. We make clear agreements in advance on the scope, the expected lead time and the costs.<\/p><div class=\"bb-hero__knoppen\"><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--invers\" href=\"\/en\/request-a-pre-check\/\">Request a pre-check<\/a><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--tertiair\" href=\"\/en\/countries\/\">All research countries <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section><nav class=\"bb-breadcrumb\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><ol><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/\">Home<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/countries\/\">Research countries<\/a><\/li><li><span aria-current=\"page\">Albania<\/span><\/li><\/ol><\/div><\/nav><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-feiten\" id=\"feiten\" data-bg=\"paper\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><ul class=\"bb-feiten__lijst bb-grid-4\"><li class=\"bb-feit\"><span class=\"bb-feit__cijfer\">pre-check<\/span><span class=\"bb-feit__label\">initial picture, you decide on any follow-up<\/span><\/li><li class=\"bb-feit\"><span class=\"bb-feit__cijfer\">lead time<\/span><span class=\"bb-feit__label\">communicated in advance for each case<\/span><\/li><li class=\"bb-feit\"><span class=\"bb-feit__cijfer\">report<\/span><span class=\"bb-feit__label\">in English, with findings and substantiation<\/span><\/li><li class=\"bb-feit\"><span class=\"bb-feit__cijfer\">in advance<\/span><span class=\"bb-feit__label\">clarity on scope and costs<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-sectie--panel bb-sectie--tekst\" id=\"our-services-in-albania\" data-bg=\"panel\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>Our services in Albania<\/h2><div class=\"bb-tekst\"><p>In Albania, we offer the following services. The precise options, research questions and work involved vary by case; we inform you about this in advance. The expected lead time is communicated in advance for each case. More on our approach for each client group: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/services\/for-public-social-welfare-centres\/\">investigations for OCMWs<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/services\/for-housing-companies\/\">investigations for housing companies<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pre-check<\/strong>: an initial investigation into possible leads for real estate registered in the name of the person concerned in Albania.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Full in-depth investigation<\/strong>: if, following a pre-check, you require further information and substantiation, with the available property data and official documents.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reporting in English<\/strong>: tailored to the assignment and the available information.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Valuation and translation<\/strong>: if your case requires a valuation or sworn translation, we discuss the options, conditions and costs in advance.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-icoonlijst\" id=\"icoonlijst\" data-bg=\"paper\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>For whom and for which questions<\/h2><ul class=\"bb-icoonlijst__lijst bb-grid-2\"><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">account_balance<\/span><div><h3>Public centres for social welfare (OCMW)<\/h3><p>When assessing entitlement to a living wage (leefloon) or other social assistance, where there are indications of real estate in Albania.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">apartment<\/span><div><h3>Housing companies<\/h3><p>When checking the property ownership condition for a social housing unit, where a tenant may own a house or land in Albania.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">public<\/span><div><h3>Municipalities and social inspection services<\/h3><p>When investigating assets abroad within a case, as part of the commissioning party's own powers and decision-making.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">gavel<\/span><div><h3>Lawyers and bailiffs<\/h3><p>When preparing a legal case file or assessing recovery options against real estate in Albania.<\/p><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-sectie--panel bb-sectie--tekst\" id=\"documents-and-language-in-albania\" data-bg=\"panel\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>Documents and language in Albania<\/h2><div class=\"bb-tekst\"><p>Source documents from Albania are in Albanian. If your case requires a sworn translation, we discuss the options, conditions and costs in advance. The nature and availability of documents vary by case. Depending on the document and its intended use, we assess whether a sworn translation, apostille or other formality is required. For each case, we indicate which documents are available and which additional data we need to assess your research question.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-icoonlijst\" id=\"icoonlijst\" data-bg=\"paper\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>Practical information for your case in Albania<\/h2><ul class=\"bb-icoonlijst__lijst bb-grid-2\"><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">fact_check<\/span><div><h3>What data we need<\/h3><p>Full name, date of birth and place of birth. You may additionally state a known municipality or region. We assess in advance whether the data provided are sufficient to start the investigation.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">search<\/span><div><h3>Name variants<\/h3><p>Albanian names contain characters such as \u00eb and \u00e7, which may be dropped or written differently in Belgian records. We agree the possible spellings with you in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">map<\/span><div><h3>Co-ownership and inheritance<\/h3><p>In the case of co-ownership or acquisition by inheritance, it may be important to investigate further both the ownership share and the date and manner of acquisition. If the municipality or region is known, we can carry out the investigation in a more targeted way.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-icoonlijst__item\"><span class=\"bb-icoon material-symbols-outlined\" aria-hidden=\"true\">gavel<\/span><div><h3>Recovery and seizure<\/h3><p>Seizure and enforcement constitute a separate legal procedure. The options and requirements are assessed for each case by competent legal professionals. An investigation report does not in itself constitute seizure or recovery.<\/p><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-sectie--panel bb-tijdlijn bb-tijdlijn--h\" id=\"werkwijze\" data-bg=\"panel\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>Pre-check and possible follow-up investigation<\/h2><ol class=\"bb-tijdlijn__lijst bb-grid-3\"><li class=\"bb-stap bb-kaart\"><span class=\"bb-stap__nr\" aria-hidden=\"true\">1<\/span><div class=\"bb-stap__inhoud\"><div class=\"bb-stap__kop\"><h3>Pre-check<\/h3><span class=\"bb-tag\">lead time communicated in advance<\/span><\/div><p>An initial picture based on the data and options available for the case. You receive an overview of the findings and our advice on any follow-up.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-stap bb-kaart\"><span class=\"bb-stap__nr\" aria-hidden=\"true\">2<\/span><div class=\"bb-stap__inhoud\"><div class=\"bb-stap__kop\"><h3>Your decision<\/h3><span class=\"bb-tag\">you decide<\/span><\/div><p>The outcome of the pre-check provides a starting point for determining whether follow-up investigation is advisable. We confirm the costs of any follow-up in writing in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/li><li class=\"bb-stap bb-kaart\"><span class=\"bb-stap__nr\" aria-hidden=\"true\">3<\/span><div class=\"bb-stap__inhoud\"><div class=\"bb-stap__kop\"><h3>In-depth investigation<\/h3><span class=\"bb-tag\">scope agreed in advance<\/span><\/div><p>An in-depth investigation into the real estate found in Albania, with the available property data and official documents. The scope and the expected lead time are agreed with you in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/li><\/ol><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-sectie--tekst\" id=\"reporting-possibilities-and-limitations\" data-bg=\"paper\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>Reporting, possibilities and limitations<\/h2><div class=\"bb-tekst\"><p>You receive a report in English setting out the findings, the available substantiation and any limitations of the investigation. A finding of ownership does not in itself mean that fraud has occurred. In the event of a negative outcome, we explain the scope of the investigation. Assessment and decision-making remain with the commissioning party. You can still contact us with questions about the report after delivery.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-sectie--panel bb-kaarten bb-kaarten--kb\" id=\"gerelateerd\" data-bg=\"panel\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>See also<\/h2><div class=\"bb-slider\" data-kolommen=\"3\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"bb-slider__knop bb-slider__knop--vorige\" aria-label=\"Previous\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\">&#8592;<\/span><\/button><div class=\"bb-slider__spoor bb-grid-3\"><article class=\"bb-kaart bb-kaart--kb\"><img class=\"bb-kaart__beeld\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/kb-vermoeden-dossier-768x429.webp\" alt=\"When may you start a property investigation? Suspicion, GDPR and case building\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\"><h3 class=\"bb-kaart__titel\">When may you start a property investigation? Suspicion, GDPR and case building<\/h3><p class=\"bb-kaart__tekst\">When may you start a property investigation? Which suspicion is sufficient, what the GDPR requires, what is not allowed and how to build the case file.<\/p><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--tertiair\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/knowledge-base\/when-to-start-a-property-investigation\/\">Read more <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/article><article class=\"bb-kaart bb-kaart--kb\"><img class=\"bb-kaart__beeld\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/pre-check-768x429.webp\" alt=\"Pre-check\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\"><h3 class=\"bb-kaart__titel\">Pre-check<\/h3><p class=\"bb-kaart__tekst\">Pre-check: an initial investigation into real estate abroad in the name of the person concerned. Usually 1 to 2 weeks, quotation in advance.<\/p><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--tertiair\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/services\/pre-check\/\">Read more <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/article><article class=\"bb-kaart bb-kaart--kb\"><img class=\"bb-kaart__beeld\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/land-kosovo-768x429.webp\" alt=\"Kosovo\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\"><h3 class=\"bb-kaart__titel\">Kosovo<\/h3><p class=\"bb-kaart__tekst\">Real estate investigation in Kosovo for OCMWs, housing companies and municipalities: pre-check, report in English, costs agreed in advance.<\/p><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--tertiair\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/countries\/kosovo\/\">Read more <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/article><article class=\"bb-kaart bb-kaart--kb\"><img class=\"bb-kaart__beeld\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/land-noord-macedonie-768x429.webp\" alt=\"North Macedonia\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\"><h3 class=\"bb-kaart__titel\">North Macedonia<\/h3><p class=\"bb-kaart__tekst\">Real estate investigation in North Macedonia for OCMWs and housing companies: pre-check, report in English, costs known in advance.<\/p><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--tertiair\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/countries\/north-macedonia\/\">Read more <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><\/article><\/div><button type=\"button\" class=\"bb-slider__knop bb-slider__knop--volgende\" aria-label=\"Next\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\">&#8594;<\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-faq-sectie\" id=\"faq\" data-bg=\"paper\"><div class=\"bb-container\"><h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2><div class=\"bb-faq\"><div class=\"bb-faq__item\"><h3 class=\"bb-faq__vraag\"><button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"faq-faq-0\" id=\"faq-faq-0-knop\">Can Bureaubuitenland Belgi\u00eb investigate real estate in Albania?<span class=\"bb-faq__icoon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/button><\/h3><div class=\"bb-faq__antwoord\" id=\"faq-faq-0\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-faq-0-knop\"><p>Yes. Albania is one of our research countries. For each request, we assess which investigative options are available and agree in advance on the scope, the expected lead time and the costs.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bb-faq__item\"><h3 class=\"bb-faq__vraag\"><button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-faq-1\" id=\"faq-faq-1-knop\">What is the difference between a pre-check and a full investigation?<span class=\"bb-faq__icoon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/button><\/h3><div class=\"bb-faq__antwoord\" id=\"faq-faq-1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-faq-1-knop\" hidden><p>A pre-check gives an initial picture of possible leads. A full in-depth investigation goes further into the real estate found, with the available property data and official documents. We discuss any follow-up with you in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bb-faq__item\"><h3 class=\"bb-faq__vraag\"><button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-faq-2\" id=\"faq-faq-2-knop\">What information is needed to discuss a request for Albania?<span class=\"bb-faq__icoon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/button><\/h3><div class=\"bb-faq__antwoord\" id=\"faq-faq-2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-faq-2-knop\" hidden><p>The full name, date of birth and place of birth of the person concerned. You may additionally state a known municipality or region. We agree possible spellings of the name with you in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"bb-faq__item\"><h3 class=\"bb-faq__vraag\"><button type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-faq-3\" id=\"faq-faq-3-knop\">Will we receive a report in English?<span class=\"bb-faq__icoon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/button><\/h3><div class=\"bb-faq__antwoord\" id=\"faq-faq-3\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-faq-3-knop\" hidden><p>Yes. The report is in English. The source documents are in Albanian; if your case requires a sworn translation, we discuss the options and costs in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"bb-sectie bb-cta bb-cta--beeld\" id=\"cta\" data-bg=\"primary\" style=\"--bb-cta-img:url(https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb\/cta-band.webp)\"><div class=\"bb-container bb-cta__inhoud\"><h2 class=\"bb-cta__kop\">Discuss your case<\/h2><p class=\"bb-cta__tekst\">Do you have a question about real estate abroad? We are happy to discuss which service suits your case. You receive clarity in advance about the assignment, the lead time and the costs.<\/p><p class=\"bb-cta__knop\"><a class=\"bb-knop bb-knop--invers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/contact\/\">Discuss your case<\/a><\/p><p class=\"bb-cta__contact\"><a href=\"tel:+31851110123\">+31 (0)85 111 01 23<\/a><span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u00b7 <\/span><a href=\"mailto:info@bureaubuitenland.be\">info@bureaubuitenland.be<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/section>\n","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/617","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=617"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/617\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2760,"href":"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/617\/revisions\/2760"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/587"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1186"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bureaubuitenland.be\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=617"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}