You can realize your planned trip to Algeria by obtaining an Algeria visa. Foreign nationals can apply to Algeria short-term visas for temporary reasons (tourism, business, cultural, and other short-term purposes). If you want to stay in Algeria for a longer period for some reason (such as study, employment, etc.) you can also apply for Algeria long-term visas.
You can apply for Algeria Short-term Visas for realizing your short-term travel to Algeria. Reasons to apply for this type of visa can be tourism, visiting family or friends, business trips, short-term education, exchange programs, short-term work, and many other non-permanent nuances. You can check all the required documents for each type of visa application, visa fees, processing time, and where to apply for a visa below.
Algeria Tourist visa is issued for applicants intending to visit Algeria for tourism and sightseeing. You can apply for an Algeria Tourist visa in order to realize your tourist activities. The validity of the Algeria Tourist Visa is 90 days after issued.
1. Application Form (2)
2. Two Photos
3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page
4. Copy of ID Card
5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy
6. Invitation Letter (if any)
7. Proof of Accommodation
8. Travel Insurance
9. Flight Ticket Reservation
10. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation)
11. For Minors:
*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.
The average processing time for an Algeria Tourist visa is 10-20 working days. It depends on your visa application country.
Algeria Tourist visa fee is 15-160 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.
You will apply for an Algeria Tourist visa in Algeria visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.
Algeria Business visa gives you the authorization to enter Algeria and stay here for a maximum period of your visa validity, as permitted. It permits its holder to engage in business-related activities such as attending meetings or conferences, conducting or attending the training, conducting internal audits, installing equipment, or performing other temporary services for a client, local affiliate, or branch office.
Under the Business visa category, other following cases would be applicable:
1. Application Form (2)
2. Two Photos
3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page
4. Copy of ID Card
5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy
6. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation)
7. Documents Reflecting the Nature of the Business Trip and the Existence of Business Relations
8. Travel Insurance
9. Travel Itinerary
*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.
The average processing time for an Algeria Business visa is 10-20 working days. It depends on your visa application country.
Algeria Business visa fee is 15-160 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.
You will apply for an Algeria Business visa in Algeria visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.
The Algeria Cultural/Scientific/Sports Visa enables you to enter Algeria for cultural, scientific, or, sports purposes, such as attending cultural events.
1. Application Form (2)
2. Two Photos
3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page
4. Copy of ID Card
5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy
6. Travel Insurance
7. Documents Reflecting the Nature /Purpose of the Journey and Stay of Artist/Member of Cultural / Sports Association in Algeria: Artist/Athlete Member of Cultural/Sports Association in your country travels to a Cultural/Sports Event Organized in Cooperation with Algeria Cultural/Sports Association
8. Travel Itinerary
9. For Minors:
*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.
The average processing time for an Algeria Cultural/Scientific/Sports visa is 10-20 working days. It depends on your visa application country.
Algeria Cultural/Scientific/Sports visa fee is 15-160 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.
You will apply for an Algeria Cultural/Scientific/Sports visa in Algeria visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.
Algeria Family Visit visa allows you to travel to Algeria for visiting your family who is legally residing in Algeria, up to the expiration date of your visa validity.
1. Application Form (2)
2. Two Photos
3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page
4. Copy of ID Card
5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy
6. Proof of Kinship
7. Invitation Letter
8. Proof of Accommodation
9. Flight Reservation
10. Travel Insurance
11. For Minors:
*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.
The average processing time for an Algeria Family Visit visa is 10-20 working days. It depends on your visa application country.
Algeria Family Visit visa fee is 15-160 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.
You will apply for an Algeria Family Visit visa in Algeria visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.
An Algeria Work (Short-term) visa is granted to you to undertake trips to Algeria for short-term work activities, which requires staying in Algeria temporarily (not exceeding 90 days).
1. Application Form (2)
2. Two Photos
3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page
4. Copy of ID Card
5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy
6. Invitation from the Algerian Partner
7. Temporary Work Permit (Autorisation Provisoire de Travail)
8. Letter of Engagement of Repatriation (Engagement de Rapatriement)
9. Employment Contract
10. Proof of Accommodation
11. Travel Insurance
*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.
The average processing time for an Algeria Work (Short-term) visa is 10-20 working days. It depends on your visa application country.
Algeria Work (Short-term) visa fee is 15-160 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.
You will apply for an Algeria Work (Short-term) visa in Algeria visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.
Algeria Visa for Medical purposes allows you to enter Algeria, seek and receive medical treatment for your health condition. This visa is designated for those who need to receive medical care in Algeria.
1. Application Form (2)
2. Two Photos
3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page
4. Copy of ID Card
5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy
6. Medical Certificate
7. Coverage of Medical Costs
8. Proof of Accommodation
9. Proof of Financial Resources
10. Invitation Letter
11. For Minors:
*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.
The average processing time for an Algeria Medical visa is 10-20 working days. It depends on your visa application country.
Algeria Medical visa fee is 15-160 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.
You will apply for an Algeria Medical visa in Algeria visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.
Algeria Media visa is given to representatives of the foreign media, including members of the press, radio, film, and print industries, traveling temporarily to Algeria to work in their profession engaged in informational or educational media activities, essential to the foreign media function.
1. Application Form (2)
2. Two Photos
3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page
4. Copy of ID Card
5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy
6. Invitation Letter (if applicable)
7. Copy of the Accreditation (Press) Card
8. Assignment Letter
9. Travel Insurance
10. Proof of Accommodation
11. Information about Your Program in Algeria
12. Information about Filming/Photography Equipment You will Take with You
*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.
The average processing time for an Algeria Media visa is 10-20 working days. It depends on your visa application country.
Algeria Media visa fee is 15-160 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.
You will apply for an Algeria Media visa in Algeria visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.
Algeria Diplomatic, Service, Courtesy Visa is an entry permit for you to participate in meetings, consultations, negotiations, exchange programs, other events held in Algeria by intergovernmental organizations.
1. Application Form
2. Photo
3. Diplomatic/Special/Service/Ordinary Passport and Copy of the Main Page
4. Copy of ID Card
5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy
6. Verbal Note
7. Travel Insurance
8. Official Letter from Administration
*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.
The average processing time for an Algeria Diplomatic, Service, Courtesy visa is 10-20 working days. It depends on your visa application country.
Algeria Diplomatic, Service, Courtesy visa is free of charge.
You will apply for an Algeria Diplomatic, Service, Courtesy visa in Algeria visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.
Algeria Transit Visa will be granted to travelers whose itinerary includes a stop-over in the territory of Algeria. The validity of a Transit Visa is 7 days. The traveler can stay up to 24 hours without a Transit visa in Algeria.
1. Application Form
2. Photo
3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page
4. Copy of ID Card
5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy
6. Hotel Reservation
7. Flight Ticket
8. Proof of Financial Resources for the Stay in Algeria
9. Travel Insurance
*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.
The average processing time for an Algeria Transit visa is 10-20 working days. It depends on your visa application country.
Algeria Transit visa is 15-160 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.
You will apply for an Algeria Transit visa in Algeria visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.
Even if your country is exempt from visa requirements, if you intend to stay longer in Algeria, you will need to apply for a long-stay visa from your home country before coming to Algeria.
The Algeria Long-term Visa is given to foreigners who wish to live in Algeria for a longer period of time or to have temporary or permanent residence established.
The long-term visa grants entry to Algeria on the basis that you will be applying for a residence permit. It enables you to enter Algeria as a potential resident and stay while you apply for residency.
This visa is intended to permit foreign nationals to obtain a long-term visa, allowing them to stay in Algeria for a longer period. This visa applies to those who want to work within the legal frame of employment upon taking an employment permit and the work permit as per appointed procedure from competent regional authorities.
1. Application Form (2)
2. Two Photos
3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page
4. Copy of ID Card
5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy
6. Employment Contract
7. Travel Insurance
8. Temporary Work Permit
9. Repatriation Commitment
10. Recruiting Commitment
11. Proof of Accommodation
*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.
The average processing time for an Algeria Work (Long-term) visa is 10-20 working days. It depends on your visa application country.
Algeria Work (Long-term) visa is 15-160 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.
You will apply for an Algeria Work (Long-term) visa in Algeria visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.
This visa is intended to permit foreign nationals to obtain a long-term visa, allowing them to stay in Algeria for a longer period. This visa applies to those who are admitted to the state college or state university in Algeria.
1. Application Form (2)
2. Two Photos
3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page
4. Copy of ID Card
5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy
6. Certificate of Enrollment
7. Medical Insurance
8. Proof of Financial Resources
9. Certificate of Scholarship (if any)
10. Proof of Accommodation
11. For Minors:
*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.
The average processing time for an Algeria Study visa is 10-20 working days. It depends on your visa application country.
Algeria Study visa is 90-160 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.
You will apply for an Algeria Study visa in Algeria visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.
You must meet certain requirements to enter Algeria, even if you are not required a visa:
All fees are non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa application is not successful.
It depends on your country of residence or the embassy/consulate/Visa Administrative Center’s rules and obligations. In some countries, sending your documents via courier is enough to the embassy/consulate/Visa Administrative Center.
The embassy may request you to provide additional documents or information, according to your personal situation, even after you have submitted all the required documents mentioned on the official website of the Embassy/Consulate/Visa Application Center.
Algerian Dinar is the local currency of Algeria. 1 USD equals 133 Algerian Dinar.
The required validity of passport is at least 6 months.
We suggest that you do not buy tickets or make non-refundable travel arrangements until your visa has been issued. Sometimes visa application assessment might require additional time, so please apply in advance of your travel date. A visa application should be submitted at least 15 days before the intended visit and cannot be submitted earlier than three months before the planned visit.
If you consider it to be reasonable, you can appeal against the refusal.
Parents should sign the application form for their child.
The duration of Algeria Tourist visa is maximum 90 days.