3 Easy Steps to obtaining Algeria e-Visa

You can remain in Algeria for a maximum of three months on each browse through. After your ETA is provided you are able to get in and also leave Australia as often times as you have to during a Twelve Month duration, from the day the ETA is provided or until the expiry day of your passport, whichever is earlier.

If you do not satisfy the requirements for applying ETA online, please apply through a travel agent, airline, or an Algeria visa office. If you are not available for an ETA VISA, you can still apply for another electronic visiting visas.

It is important that you are very careful when you enter your personal details. You will have an opportunity to review all the details you have provided and can change the details at any time until you confirm all details as correct.

If you have made an error, it is important that you correct it before proceeding. Once you have confirmed the details, your credit card will be debited for the non-refundable service charge.

If you find out later that you have made a mistake, you will need to make a new application (and incur another service charge). We cannot change the details on an ETA once it has been issued.

Note: If your ETA details do not match your passport details you might experience delays when boarding your aircraft or be refused entry into Algeria.

No. You do not need to arrange your transportation into the country before applying for an ETA. Whether you are traveling by boat or plane, it’s okay to apply for your ETA anytime before or after your confirmed ticket.

There is currently no information available on how much the Algeria eVisas will cost. This information will be published on this website when it is made public.

The Algeria Tourist visa, or eVisas, is an electronic travel authorization that will be introduced in the near future. It will allow eligible applicants to apply online and will grant the holder entry to Algeria.

Every country has different requirements for obtaining visas. There are different types of visas, and the application process may be different for each visa you’re interested in. U.S. citizens interested in obtaining a visa need a passport, a passport picture, a completed visa application form, proof of travel plans, and a business cover letter. If these requirements are not met, U.S. citizens can’t get their visa application and enter the country of Algeria. The tabs below will give you more information about the different types of visas you will need.

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Almost everyone has to obtain a visa before traveling to Algeria. The only countries whose nationals are exempt from holding an Algeria visa when traveling for tourism or business purposes for up to 90 days are:

• Libya
• Malaysia
• Mali
• Mauritania
• Morocco
• Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic
• Seychelles
• TunisiaAdditionally, holders of diplomatic and service passports from the following countries are exempt from Algerian visas:
  • Albania
  • Argentina
  • Benin
  • Brazil
  • Bulgaria
  • China
  • Cuba
  • Egypt
  • Ethiopia
  • Greece
  • Guinea
  • Kuwait
  • Niger
  • Oman
  • Peru
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Qatar
  • Romania
  • Russia
  • Senegal
  • Serbia
  • South Korea
  • Spain
  • Switzerland
  • Tanzania
  • Turkey
  • United Arab Emirates
  • VenezuelaHolders of diplomatic passports from the following countries are also exempt from Algerian visas:
    • African Union
    • Croatia
    • France
    • Germany
    • Italy
    • Hungary
    • Malta
    • Mexico
    • Nigeria
    • South Africa
    • Sudan
    • Vietnam
    • Hungary
    • Malta
    • Mexico
    • Nigeria
    • South Africa
    • Sudan
    • Vietnam

Based on the number of times you are allowed to enter Algeria within the duration of your visa, there are:

Single-entry visas, which only allow the holder to enter Algeria once. After you leave, you cannot return even if you have not spent the entire issued amount of days.

Multiple-entry visas, which allow the holder to leave and enter the country multiple times, provided that the total number of days they spend in Algeria does not exceed the days they were issued.

The Algeria visa processing time depends on the type of visa you’re applying for, the county you are applying from, and the specific embassy or consular office. However, it usually takes about 10-20 working days to process an Algerian visa. However, to make sure, inquire with the embassy or consulate in which you are applying. If you are applying by mail, the processing time will be longer. If you submitted any wrong documents, it may cause the processing time for your visa to be delayed, or even for the application to be denied.

Yes, it is possible to extend an Algeria visa beyond the date of its original issuance. You must apply for an Algeria visa extension at least 15 days before your current visa expires at the Foreigners’ Office (Bureau des Strangers) in Algeria and have a valid reason as well as an invitation from someone in Algeria. The person inviting you must write you an Invitation Letter and be present with you when you apply for the Algeria visa extension. The decision is entirely up to the administration reviewing your case to make.

If you have to transit through Algeria or clear immigration in an Algerian airport on your way to another country, you must have an Algerian transit visa. Algerian transit visas are issued for a maximum of 7 days. The application process for an Algeria transit visa is the same as for other types of Algerian visas.

To apply, what you need:

• Your passport, which is valid for at least another 6 months after entering Algeria and has at least one blank page.
• A visa allows you entry into the next country (if visas are required).
• Flight ticket for onward travel.
• Two passport-size pictures.
• Algeria Transit Visa Application form.
• Proof of financial means to cover the duration of your stay.
• Payment of the Algeria visa fee.

The Algerian visa is typically valid for 2 years and good for a stay of up to 90 days.

An Algeria visa is only for tourist and business purposes. You are not allowed to take on paid employment with this visa. You can attend conferences, business meetings, and tourist activities.

Yes, kindly use his/her ID information alongside your personal information when completing the online application form. Please use your child’s (dependents) identification data requested at the time of completion when adding another traveler to your application. There are no exceptions regarding age.

It is currently unknown how long the Algeria eVisas will be valid for. This information will be published on this site once available.

Most travelers require a visa to enter Algeria. Nationals of a handful of designated countries may enter visa-free. When information about which nationalities will be eligible for the eVisas is released, the visa checker above will show the relevant details.

A visa is essential for U.S. citizens to enter Algeria.

The Embassy of Algeria requires U.S. citizens have a visa before entering the country. An application must be submitted to the embassy and all requirements must be met in order for this application to be accepted by the embassy. A travel document expert is suggested to avoid errors before you hand in your visa application. Your application has a better chance of acceptance as a result of consulting a professional. A valid passport is also required to travel to Algeria. The passport must have at least 6 months validity. You will also need to have a page on your passport blank to receive an entry stamp.

The Passport Health travel documents team can offer step-by-step help throughout this whole process. They can contact or help you speak with the needed embassies and consulates. Contact us today to start your worry-free visa processing.

The best time to apply for your Algeria visa is 1-2 months before your travel date.

The Algerian government issues the following visas:

Algeria Tourist Visa, which is issued to visa-required foreign nationals travelling to Algeria for tourism or recreational purposes.

Algeria Business Visa, which is issued to visa-required foreign nationals travelling to Algeria for a business trip such as businessmen, company representatives or employees of foreign companies. However, this type of visa is not an authorization to actually work in Algeria and be paid from an Algerian employer.

Algeria Visitor Visa issued to foreign nationals travelling to Algeria to visit friends or family members living there.

Algeria Official/Diplomatic Visa, which is issued to government officials or diplomats who hold diplomatic, official, or service passports or UN laissez-passer, travelling for official purposes.

Algeria Work Visa, which is issued to foreign nationals who have received authorization to work in Algeria long-term.

Algeria Temporary Work Visa, which is issued to foreign nationals who have received permission to work in Algeria, but only for a period not exceeding 90 days.

Algeria Study Visa, which is issued to a foreign national who wishes to pursue their studies in Algeria and has been accepted into an Algerian educational institution

Algeria Family Visa, which is issued to non-Algerian immediate family members of Algerian citizens for family reunification.

Algeria Medical Visa, which is issued to foreign nationals who must enter Algeria to receive medical treatment in an Algerian educational institution.

Algeria Media Visa, which is issued to foreign journalists or media representatives.

Algeria Cultural Visa, which is issued to foreign nationals who want to enter Algeria to attend a cultural, scientific, or sporting event or for research purposes.

When you submit an Algeria visa application, you must have the following required documents:

• Your original passport, which must be valid for at least another six months from the time you enter Algeria. It must have at least one blank page to affix the visa in.
• Photocopy of your passport’s relevant pages (some consulates may require you to submit photocopies of all the pages on your passport, even empty ones).Algeria Visa Application Form completed and signed. If the applicant is a minor, the parent or legal representative has to sign the application form. You can download the application form from the consulate or embassy’s website. Make sure it is legibly and clearly filled in.Passport-size picture of yourself, which follows the following requirements:
  • Dimensions: 35 mm x 45mm
  • Taken within the last three months
  • Colored and taken in front of a white background
  • The picture must show your entire face and head
  • It must be printed on high-quality photo paper
  • You must be starting ahead with a neutral facial expression.
  • You are not allowed to wear eyeglasses
  • You are not allowed to wear hats or other types of headgear unless it is for religious reasons.
  • Cannot be affixed to your application
  • Must be in good condition (no glue, staples, etc.)Invitation Letter, which can be issued by your Algerian host (if you have one) or an Algerian travel agency. The invitation letter has to be notarized at the city hall in Algeria or at a notary public office.
    • Copy of your host’s ID, passport, or consular card (if applicable).
    • Proof of employment status: letter from your employer, company documents, if self-employed, etc.
    • Proof of financial means, in the form of bank statements or payslips.
    • Flight ticket or flight itinerary.

    If you apply by mail, include a pre-paid, self-addressed envelope for the embassy/consulate to return your passport and documents.

    If you apply by proxy, include a notarized letter of authorization to apply on your behalf.

    Proof of Algeria visa fee payment, as per the embassy/consulate’s requirements.

    In cases of visa applications for minors, including a letter of consent from the parent/s or legal guardian/s, stating they agree for the child to travel aloneRequired documents for an Algeria Business Visa

    • Letter from your employer stating your position in the company, the reason why you are traveling, and confirming they will cover your expenses on the trip.
    • Letter of invitation from the Algerian company with which you will be visiting/doing business.

    Required documents for an Algeria Visitor Visa

    • An Invitation Letter from your Algerian host. The letter has to be notarized at the city hall in Algeria or at a notary public office.
    • Copy of your host’s ID, passport, or consular card.

    Required documents for an Algeria Official/Diplomatic Visa

    • Letter of invitation from the Algerian authorities
    • Any other proof that you are traveling for diplomatic/official purposes, such as a letter from the Governmental department you work in, etc.Required documents for an Algeria Work Visa
      • Algerian Work Permit issued by an Algerian office of employment
      • Request for an Algeria Work Visa, directed to the Directorate General of Legal and Consular Affairs, Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
      • Copy of the Work Contract
      • A letter from your employer, starting your job title, position, the purpose of travel. Your employer must also state that they will cover your living expenses and the cost of your repatriation

      Required documents for an Algeria Temporary Work Visa

      • Work authorization issued by an Algerian office of employment
      • A copy of your employment contract
      • A letter from your employer, starting your job title, position, the purpose of travel. Your employer must also state that they will cover your living expenses and the cost of your repatriation
      • Required documents for an Algeria Study Visa
        • Letter of acceptance into the Algerian educational institution
        • Proof of financial means/resources
        • Proof of scholarship is applicable
        • Proof you have paid the tuition fees

        Required documents for an Algeria Family Visa

        • A copy of your host’s Algerian ID, passport, or consular card
        • A notarized invitation letter from the host, stating they will cover your living expenses
        • For spouses of Algerian citizens: Copy of the marriage certificate
        • For children of Algerian citizens: Copy of the child’s birth certificate

        Required documents for an Algeria Medical Visa

        • Your medical certificate
        • A letter from the Algerian medical institution where you will receive treatmentRequired documents for an Algeria Media Visa
          • A letter from your employer, which states your job title and position as well as the reason for traveling
          • A list of your program in Algeria (people you will interview, where you will film etc.)
          • A list of the filming or photography equipment you will take with you
          • A copy of your professional card
          • A letter of invitation from a partnering Algerian company (if applicable)

          Required documents for an Algeria Cultural Visa

          • A letter of invitation from the institution where you will attend the cultural event

          Keep in mind:

          • The Algerian authorities may request any additional documents as they see fit.
          • Depending on the consulate, you may have to submit either one or two copies of all the required documents.

The duration of an Algeria visa depends on the reason you are traveling. If you are applying for an Algeria tourist or business visa, the duration is usually a maximum of 90 days. The date when you can enter Algeria and the number of days you are allowed to remain in the country is stated on your visa. You must leave the country by that date otherwise you risk persecution. Overstaying a visa can result in being detained at the airport as you leave and even imprisoned, so be cautious.

There is no standard set of Algeria visa fees that are uniform for everyone. The fees for Algerian visas differ based on the type of visa you’re applying for (single-entry/multiple-entry, long-stay/short-stay) as well as the Algeria consulate or embassy handling your application. The required payment method also differs depending on the way you apply. If you apply in person, you may have to pay in cash at the time of application, or you may be asked to pay via bank draft in advance and hold the payment slip. If you apply by mail, you will usually have to pay through a bank transfer. Check the website of the Algerian embassy or consulate to learn their preferred payment method for the Algeria visa fee as well as the specific amount. The Algeria visa fee is non-refundable.

Only citizens of the following countries have to get travel health insurance before applying for an Algeria visa:

• Australia
• Austria
• Belgium
• Canada
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Hungary
• Iceland
• Italy
• Latvia
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Malta
• New Zealand
• North Macedonia
• Norway
• Poland
• Portugal
• Romania
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Spain
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• The NetherlandsThe Algeria visa travel health insurance must cover the cost of at least €30,000 for illness, accidents, and repatriation for the entire duration of your stay.

Once you enter the country, you can stay for a maximum of 90 days per visit.  However; with a multiple entry visa, you can enter multiple times over a 2 year period.

To apply for an Algeria visa, you must have:

• A passport that will be valid for six months after your visa expires.
• An Algeria visa application was completed and signed.
• Passport Photos
• Travel Itinerary
• If for business, a company letter describing your trip and possibly an invitation letter from the company or organization in Algeria as well as an invitation or support letter from the sponsor in Algeria.
• If for tourists, typically a hotel reservation