Albania (ALB)
Region: EuropeDigital Identity Capabilities
Digital Data
Records are stored in a digital format
Digital Verification
Identities can be verified using digital means
Online Digital Identity
Digital credentials provide secure authentication for online services
Foundational System
National ID System
Electronic Identity Card
Online Digital Identity System
No online digital identity system information available.
Digital Wallet
CEC Registration
Level: National
Status: Live
Description: Folio digital wallet for registration of diaspora to vote.
Links: folio.id/for-government/
App Provider: Folio
Involved Departments: Central Election Commission
Provides Digital Credentials: Yes
Demographic Indicators
| Indicator | Value | Unit | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population growth | -1.15 | annual % | 2023 |
| Population, total | 2,745,972 | 2023 | |
| Urban population growth | 0.10 | annual % | 2023 |
Economic Indicators
| Indicator | Value | Unit | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal remittances, received (current US$) | 2,036,169,283.29 | current US$ | 2023 |
| GDP | 23,547,179,830.44 | current US$ | 2023 |
| GDP growth | 3.94 | annual % | 2023 |
| GNI per capita, Atlas method | 7,680 | current US$ | 2023 |
| GNI per capita, PPP | 20,940 | current international $ | 2023 |
| GNI, Atlas method | 21,085,728,668.99 | current US$ | 2023 |
| GNI, PPP | 57,493,463,230.61 | current international $ | 2023 |
| Inflation, GDP deflator | 6.07 | annual % | 2023 |
Technology Indicators
| Indicator | Value | Unit | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile cellular subscriptions | 2,610,000 | 2023 | |
| Fixed broadband subscriptions | 632,000 | 2023 | |
| Fixed broadband subscriptions | 22.47 | per 100 people | 2023 |
| Individuals using the Internet, female | 81.72 | % of female population | 2023 |
| Individuals using the Internet | 83.1 | % of population | 2023 |
| Individuals using the Internet, male | 84.59 | % of male population | 2023 |
| Secure Internet servers | 3,351 | 2023 | |
| Secure Internet servers | 1,220.33 | per 1 million people | 2023 |
Other Indicators
| Indicator | Value | Unit | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exports of goods and services | 38.67 | % of GDP | 2023 |
| Gross capital formation | 22.91 | % of GDP | 2023 |
| High-technology exports | 0.68 | % of manufactured exports | 2023 |
| Military expenditure | 1.74 | % of GDP | 2023 |
| Net migration | -25,357 | 2023 | |
| School enrollment, secondary | 96.14 | % gross | 2023 |
Digital Identity Score Analysis
Albania has a Digital Identity Readiness Score of 59/100, placing it in the Medium category.
Core Digital Capabilities:
✓ Digital Identity Records: Yes. The country has digitized identity records.
✓ Digital Verification: Yes. The country has digital verification capabilities for in-person transactions.
✗ Online Digital Identity: No. The country lacks online authentication capabilities.
Technology Infrastructure:
- Internet Penetration: 83.1% (2023)
- Mobile Subscriptions: 0 per 100 people (2023)
- Fixed Broadband Subscriptions: 22.472 per 100 people (2023)
System Information:
- Foundational System: Electronic Identity Card
Conclusion: Albania has a moderately developed digital identity ecosystem with partial implementation across key dimensions. The country has made progress in some areas but may be lacking in others. The supporting technology infrastructure is developing, and there is potential for further growth and improvement.
GovTech Maturity Analysis 2022
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