Algeria Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Passports
To enter Algeria, visitors must hold a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of arrival.
Visas
Only a limited number of countries have visa exemptions. These include Libya, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, Seychelles and Tunisia, typically for short stays and subject to prevailing entry regulations.
Nationals of the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, Canada and all EU member states require a visa to enter Algeria.
Types and Cost
Tourist visa costs for Algeria vary depending on nationality.
Validity
Algerian tourist visas typically permit stays of up to 90 days, although the overall visa validity may range from 90 days to six months, depending on the issuing embassy and visa type. Travellers on organised tours may be eligible for a 30-day visa on arrival, subject to prior approval and local arrangements.
Transit
No visa is required for airside transit of less than 24 hours, provided travellers remain within the airport's international transit area. A transit visa is required if leaving the airport.
Application to
Contact the nearest Algerian Embassy or Consulate.
Working days
For tourists travelling to Algeria as part of an organised tour arranged through an approved travel agency, visas may be issued within 48 hours once a complete application has been received by the relevant diplomatic or consular post. For standard in-person applications, processing typically takes around 10 working days, although this may be longer depending on the embassy, the applicant's nationality and the time of year.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.