Tirana · Albania

Where BOI 2026 happens.

The capital of Albania welcomes the Olympiad with its mix of Ottoman, Italianate and modern architecture, a vibrant cafe scene, and the warmth of the Mediterranean.

Host City
Tirana, Albania
Airport
TIA — Tirana Int'l
Currency
ALL (Lek)
Language
Albanian · English
Timezone
CET (UTC+1)
Voltage
230V · Type C/F

Competition Venue

Contests will take place at the Polytechnic University of Tirana, a short bus ride from the official hotel. The contest hall is equipped with identical Linux workstations and a private network for the duration of both rounds.

Accommodation

Delegations stay at the official 4★ partner hotel in central Tirana. All meals, transfers, and excursions are included in the BOI 2026 participation package.