Incoming Erasmus+ Students

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International Relations Office

E-mail:iro@auk.org

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Erasmus + students, welcome to RIT Kosovo!

 

RIT Kosovo takes pride in its student diversity and has welcomed exchange students at its Kosovo campus in Prishtina for many years. Spending a few months in a different culture and community is the best opportunity to establish intercultural contacts, have valuable insight into a different culture, learn a language and grow as a person! By taking advantage of this program, you will diversify your cultural perspective by studying and engaging with Kosovar and international students from all across the globe.

In order to be accepted as an exchange student you need to be a student at, and nominated by, one of our partner universities. Your home university does the nomination. Once you have been accepted at RIT Kosovo you will receive an e-mail from the Erasmus office with further information on how to proceed before your arrival.

Application for Incoming Erasmus+ Students

 

  • Application for Incoming Students

https://www.rit.edu/kosovo/visitingexchange-application 

Orientation Day

International Student Office will organize a Welcome event for all Erasmus students, aiming to establish relations among all incoming exchange students. You will be informed about the Orientation Day program well in advance via e-mail.

1. Visa Information

Visa-Exempt Countries

Citizens of the following countries can enter Kosovo without a visa for up to 90 days within a 180-day period:

  • European Union and Schengen Area countries
  • United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Israel, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and others

Citizens of Albania, Montenegro, and Serbia may enter Kosovo using a valid biometric ID card instead of a passport.

Who Needs a Visa?

Nationals from certain countries require a visa to enter Kosovo. These include (but are not limited to):

  • Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Belarus, China, Cuba, Egypt, India, Iran, Iraq, Nigeria, Pakistan, Russia, Sri Lanka, Syria, Vietnam, and others

How to Apply

For full details on the visa application process, visit:
Kosovo Ministry of Internal Affairs – Visa Information

2. Housing

Accommodation arrangements will be coordinated by the designated staff member responsible for student mobilities. However, as this information may not be immediately available, students are strongly encouraged to explore housing options independently in the meantime.

Real Estate Agencies in Prishtina

3. Medical Services

Public Healthcare

Public clinics and hospitals in Prishtina offer basic medical care at very low cost (typically five euros per visit). These services are available to both locals and international students.

Private Healthcare

Private healthcare providers in Prishtina are known for:

  • Modern facilities
  • Shorter waiting times
  • Multilingual medical staff

Services include general practice, specialist consultations, diagnostics, and emergency care.

Well-known private clinics include:

4. Access to Healthcare for International Students

International students can access both public and private healthcare services through:

  • Private health insurance (highly recommended before arrival)
  • Out-of-pocket payments

Health Insurance Providers in Kosovo:

5. Pharmacies

Pharmacies (labeled “Barnatore”) are:

  • Easily accessible
  • Often open late or 24/7
  • Staffed by helpful, English-speaking pharmacists

Note: Basic medications are available without a prescription. Stronger medications require a local doctor’s prescription.

6. Emergency Services

In case of emergency, dial:

  • Police: 192
  • Fire Brigade: 193
  • Ambulance: 194

7. Transportation in Prishtina

Getting around Prishtina is simple and affordable for students:

Buses

  • Public buses are the most common form of local transport.
  • A one-way ticket costs €0.50.
  • Buses operate frequently throughout the day and cover most areas of the city, including routes near the RIT Kosovo campus.

Taxis

  • Taxis are widely available across the city.
  • The starting fare is typically €2.00, with additional charges based on distance.
  • Most taxis are metered, and many drivers speak basic English.

Taxi companies that can be contacted via Viber or Whatsapp:

  • Blue Taxi
    +383 44 800 900
  • Golden Taxi  
    +383 44 300 300
  • HEJ Taxi
    +383 44 333 999

 

Useful Information for Incoming Erasmus+ Students

 

  • Language Requirements for Incoming Students 
  • Visa requirements and other practical information

RIT Kosovo Course Listing

 

To see course listing of RIT Kosovo follow one of the two options:

  • Go to Tiger Center (rit.edu)
  • Class Search
  • Select a term
  • Click on Advanced Search
  • Select RIT Kosovo as campus
  • Save options
  • Click Search

OR

  • Go to RIT SIS
  • Public Class Search
  • SIS Class Search Class Search (rit.edu)
  • Select Term · Select RIT Kosovo for Campus
  • Select RIT Kosovo for Location
  • To see classes
  • Academic Calendar