Algeria
General visa requirements for travelling to Algeria. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Tourist visa (Visa-Free Entry for Maghreb & Other Countries)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Citizens of Libya, Malaysia, Mali, Mauritania, Seychelles, and Tunisia can enter Algeria without a visa for tourist purposes for up to 90 days. Moroccan passport holders must apply for an Algerian visa before travel.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Only citizens of Libya, Malaysia, Mali, Mauritania, Seychelles, and Tunisia are eligible for visa-free entry.
Eligible countries: Libya, Malaysia, Mali, Mauritania, Seychelles, Tunisia
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Tourist visa (Tourist Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 10-20 business days
- Fee
- Varies by nationality and consular post
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
The maximum duration of stay authorized at each entry into Algeria is 90 days. The actual cumulative stay may not exceed 180 days per year. Applications must be submitted to the Algerian embassy or consulate in the applicant's country of residence.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Tourism, sightseeing, visiting friends and family (non-Algerian citizens)
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 35x45mm, white background, recent (within 6 months), neutral expression, no shadows
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Algeria; Minimum coverage: Repatriation assistance required
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Certificate of accommodation legalized by Town Hall, hotel reservation, or travel agency certificate; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Algeria Visa Application Form; Form url: Download from the Algerian diplomatic or consular post for your country of residence
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather required documents: valid passport (6+ months validity, 2 blank pages), 2 passport photos (35x45mm, white background), travel insurance, accommodation proof (hotel reservation or certificate of accommodation legalized by Town Hall)
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Online application
Complete the Algeria visa application form in duplicate. Download the form from the Algerian diplomatic or consular post for your country of residence.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa application fee set by the Algerian diplomatic or consular post.
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Document submission
Submit application in person or by mail to the Algerian embassy/consulate. Applications cannot be submitted electronically.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing. Processing takes at least 15 working days, typically 10-20 business days depending on nationality and visa type.
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Visa collection
Collect your passport with visa from the embassy/consulate