Country Information


Country Passport Visa Return Ticket
 
Other EU Yes Yes Yes
USA Yes Yes Yes
Canadian Yes Yes Yes
Australian Yes Yes Yes
British Yes Yes Yes


Passports

To enter Algeria, a passport valid for at least six months is required by nationals referred to in the chart above.


Visas

Visas for Algeria are required by all nationals referred to in the chart above. Nationals not referred to in the chart are advised to contact the consulate to check visa requirements for Algeria.


Visa Note

Visa applicants need to show proof of a hotel booking in Algeria. It is advisable to obtain the visa in your home country rather than when in a neighbouring country.


Transit

To obtain a transit visa, you will need to show a valid visa or required documentation for entry to your final destination as well as an onward ticket and sufficient funds for accommodation in Algeria.


Types of Visa and Cost

Single- or multiple-entry visa: £85; transit visa: £60; student visa: £135; work visa: £270. These fees are for British passport holders, but costs vary according to nationality; contact the consulate (or consular section at the embassy) for details.


Validity

Tourist and multiple-entry: dependent on each case, with a maximum stay of 180 days per year. Transit: one or two entries up to a maximum of seven days. Business: dependent on each case.


Applications to:

Consulate (or consular section at the embassy).


Working Days Required

Dependent upon nationality, but allow at least 10 working days for applications made in person, and at least 10 to 15 days for postal applications.