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Tirana, Albania

What English-language religious services are available locally?

Some. There is a Christian church near the embassy that does have an English service available. I've heard that the Catholics hold an English mass, but I'm not sure when or where. Mormon services are...

Do you have any recommendations regarding mobile phones? Did you keep your home-country plan or use a local provider?

For U.S. Embassy employees and family members, there are plans available through the embassy that are very reasonable. About $15-$20 per month.