Draft Law “On the Accession of the Republic of Albania to the Singapore Treaty on the Law of Trademarks, done in Singapore on March 27, 2006”
The draft law aims to establish a modern and dynamic international framework for the harmonization of administrative procedures for trademark registration, with a particular focus on the use of communication technologies. 📌 Key facts about the Singapore Treaty: The Singapore Treaty was concluded in 2006 and entered into force in 2009; The Treaty is open […]
Instruction No.9, dated 12.03.2026, “On certain additions and amendments to General Instruction No.26, dated 08.09.2023, ‘On Income Tax’, as amended.”
On 18.03.2026, Instruction No. 9, dated 12.03.2026, was published in the Official Gazette, introducing several important changes in the implementation of Personal Income Tax, as well as new rules affecting foreign artists, sponsorships, self-employed individuals, and employment relationships. What does the Instruction introduce? 🎭 Special tax status for foreign artists Non-resident artists are not considered […]
Draft Decision “On certain amendments and additions to Council of Ministers Decision No. 858, dated 29.12.2021, ‘On the determination of the criteria, procedures, and documentation for the entry, stay, and treatment of foreigners in the Republic of Albania.’”
The draft decision aims to improve and adapt the existing regulatory framework by simplifying procedures and revising the documentation required for obtaining visas and residence/single permits, with the goal of facilitating the process for applicants. What does the draft decision introduce? -Third-country nationals holding a valid multiple-entry visa or residence permit issued by an EU […]
Case C-251/95, SABEL BV v Puma AG, Rudolf Dassler Sport, (ECJ)
I. Facts of the Case On 29 June 1995, the German Federal Court of Justice (Bundesgerichtshof) referred a request for a preliminary ruling to the Court of Justice concerning the interpretation of Article 4(1)(b) of First Council Directive 89/104/EEC on trade marks. The question was raised in proceedings between the Dutch company SABEL BV and […]
DECISION NO. 251, DATED 21.05.2025 OF THE CIVIL COLLEGE OF THE SUPREME COURT
I. Factual Background The plaintiff is the universal heir of the decedent’s estate, who had legally constructed and registered a building of 71.2 m², while another structure of approximately 100 m² was in the process of legalization. The property was later included in an urban requalification plan, and within the framework of implementing a construction […]
Joint Instruction No. 5, dated 19 February 2026, on the determination of procedures for the implementation of Law No. 85/2025 “On the Revaluation of Immovable Property”
On 24 February 2026, Joint Instruction No. 5, dated 19 February 2026, issued by the Minister of Finance and the Director of the State Cadastre Agency (ASHK), was published in the Official Gazette. This Instruction provides certain categories, as outlined below, with the opportunity to revalue their immovable property at market value. Beneficiaries: -Individuals who […]
Law No. 86/2025 “On the Cancellation, Extinguishment and Payment of Tax Liabilities to the Central and Local Tax Administration and of Liabilities Payable to Customs”
On 15 January 2026, Law No. 86/2025 was adopted, through which taxpayers may benefit from the cancellation, extinguishment, and payment of outstanding tax liabilities, as well as liabilities payable to customs. Beneficiaries: – Taxpayers registered in the active, passive, deregistered registers or holding other statuses in the “e-tax” system, for tax liabilities owed to the […]
COUNCIL OF MINISTERS DECISION NO. 776, DATED DECEMBER 19, 2025, “ON THE DETERMINATION OF THE MINIMUM WAGE AT THE NATIONAL LEVEL”
Decision No. 776, dated 19.12.2025, published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Albania, amends the minimum wage nationwide, as the Council of Ministers has decided to increase the minimum wage, setting it at 50,000 ALL per month. This decision, which brings a significant increase compared to the current level of 40,000 ALL, will […]
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RARANI AND OTHERS v. ALBANIA VIOLATION OF ARTICLE 6 § 1 OF THE CONVENTION IN RELATION TO THE RIGHT TO A REASONED JUDGMENT JUDGMENT OF THE EUROPEAN COURT OF HUMAN RIGHTS – 14 OCTOBER 2025
Facts: The applicants’ ancestors owned a dwelling and a parcel of land that was subsequently expropriated during the communist regime. The Property Restitution and Compensation Commission returned part of the land to the family. However, the request for the remaining portion of the property was rejected due to its overlap with another parcel. The case […]
