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Algeria Visa Types

When planning a trip to Algeria, it's essential to understand the various visa types available to ensure a smooth entry into the country. Algeria offers a range of visa categories tailored to different purposes of travel. Whether you're visiting for tourism, business, temporary work, study, or medical reasons, there is a specific visa type to meet your requirements. For a smooth visa application process, consider utilizing the services of VisaHQ, a trusted platform that assists travelers in obtaining their Algeria visas effortlessly.

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Algeria Visa for Tourism

Embarking on a tourism adventure in Algeria requires obtaining a tourist visa. The Algeria Tourist Visa is specifically designed for travelers who want to explore the country's attractions, cultural sites, and natural wonders. With this visa, visitors can enjoy a wide range of tourist activities, such as visiting historical landmarks, experiencing local traditions, and immersing themselves in the vibrant Algerian culture. To obtain an Algeria Tourist Visa, applicants need to meet the necessary requirements and submit the required documentation, ensuring a hassle-free process.

Port of Entry

When entering Algeria with a tourist visa, you have several options for ports of entry.

Airports: Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport, Oran Ahmed Ben Bella Airport, and Constantine Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport

Seaports: Algiers Port, Oran Port, and Annaba Port

Algeria Visa for Business

The Algeria Business Visa is specifically designed for visa-required foreign nationals who plan to visit Algeria for business purposes, including businessmen, company representatives, or employees of foreign companies. It is important to note that this type of visa does not grant authorization to work in Algeria or receive payment from an Algerian employer. The Algeria Business Visa allows individuals to engage in business-related activities, such as attending meetings, conferences, or exploring potential business opportunities.

Port of Entry

When entering Algeria with a business visa, you have several options for ports of entry.

Airports: Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport, Oran Ahmed Ben Bella Airport, and Constantine Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport

Seaports: Algiers Port, Oran Port, and Annaba Port

Algeria Work Visa

The Algeria Work Visa is granted to foreign nationals who have obtained authorization to work in Algeria on a long-term basis. This visa allows individuals to engage in employment within the country. On the other hand, the Algeria Temporary Work Visa is issued to foreign nationals who have permission to work in Algeria for a period not exceeding 90 days. Both visa types require appropriate documentation and adherence to Algerian immigration regulations.

Port of Entry

When entering Algeria with a work visa, you have various options for ports of entry.

Airports: Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport, Oran Ahmed Ben Bella Airport, and Constantine Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport

Seaports: Algiers Port, Oran Port, and Annaba Port

  • Visa application form. Two electronically filled in application forms. Both forms must bear the original signature of the applicant; handwritten application will not be accepted.

  • Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Four color passport-size photos against a white background. The photos should be taken within 30 days and contain the full face, neck, and shoulders of the applicant with a neutral facial expression and both eyes open.

  • Passport copy. The applicant must provide photocopies of first 3 and last 3 pages of the valid passport, including copy of all visas, valid or expired.

  • Hotel Reservation. Hotel confirmation with approval number.

  • Extract/Certificate of the Chamber of Commerce & Industry. A certificate from the respective Chamber of Commerce and Industry, company's registration certificate, both in original and photocopy, of the country of origin.

  • Business invitation. Business Invitation. An ORIGINAL business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in Algeria. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Embassy of Algeria, New Delhi", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
    • Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
    • State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Algeria.
    • Specify the type and desired validity of the visa.

  • Cover Letter. The covering letter should be on the letterhead of the Indian Company/Applicant requesting for visa on company letter head mentioning name, designation, passport number, duration of visit in brief. The letter should be duly signed by authorized signatory with company stamp.

  • Return ticket. Confirmed return Air Ticket with ticket number.

  • Letter of Invitation. Invitation letter attached from Chamber of Commerce in Algeria.

  • Chamber of commerce letter. Letter from Indian Chamber of commerce.

  • Visa application form. Two electronically filled in application forms. Both forms must bear the original signature of the applicant; handwritten application will not be accepted.

  • Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Four color passport-size photos against a white background. The photos should be taken within 30 days and contain the full face, neck, and shoulders of the applicant with a neutral facial expression and both eyes open.

  • Passport copy. The applicant must provide photocopies of first 3 and last 3 pages of the valid passport, including copy of all visas, valid or expired.

  • Hotel Reservation. Hotel confirmation with approval number.

  • Extract/Certificate of the Chamber of Commerce & Industry. A certificate from the respective Chamber of Commerce and Industry, company's registration certificate, both in original and photocopy, of the country of origin.

  • Business invitation. Business Invitation. An ORIGINAL business invitation letter from the sponsoring company in Algeria. The letter should be printed on company letterhead stationery, addressed to "The Embassy of Algeria, New Delhi", and signed by a senior manager (an equivalent to Vice-President or above). The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
    • Briefly introduce the applicant (please specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant).
    • State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Algeria.
    • Specify the type and desired validity of the visa.

  • Cover Letter. The covering letter should be on the letterhead of the Indian Company/Applicant requesting for visa on company letter head mentioning name, designation, passport number, duration of visit in brief. The letter should be duly signed by authorized signatory with company stamp.

  • Return ticket. Confirmed return Air Ticket with ticket number.

  • Letter of Invitation. Invitation letter attached from Chamber of Commerce in Algeria.

  • Chamber of commerce letter. Letter from Indian Chamber of commerce.

  • Visa application form. 2 fully completed and signed application forms.

  • Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

  • Original or notarized bank statement. An original or notarized copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.

  • Proof of accommodation. A copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation. If visiting a family or friend, they must provide a certificate of accommodation "certificat d'hebergement." This document must be undersigned/NOTARIZED by Administrative or Immigration authorities in the destination country.

  • Tourist invitation. If your travel is being organized by a tour group in Algeria, an official signed and stamped tourist invitation can be used in place of the hotel reservation.

  • Itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

  • Personal letter. Personal letter from the applicant detailing their plans and requesting a visa.

  • Tax Return. Tax return

  • Visa application form. 2 fully completed and signed application forms.

  • Original passport. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the intended date of departure from the territory of the destination country and has at least 2 blank visa pages.

  • Passport-type photograph. Include 2 passport style photos, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months. You may also choose to upload a photo to your order for us to print. There is a charge associated with this service.

  • Original or notarized bank statement. An original or notarized copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.

  • Proof of accommodation. A copy of hotel reservations or other lodgings for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on the reservation. If visiting a family or friend, they must provide a certificate of accommodation "certificat d'hebergement." This document must be undersigned/NOTARIZED by Administrative or Immigration authorities in the destination country.

  • Tourist invitation. If your travel is being organized by a tour group in Algeria, an official signed and stamped tourist invitation can be used in place of the hotel reservation.

  • Itinerary. A copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip. The applicant's name must be on itinerary.

  • Personal letter. Personal letter from the applicant detailing their plans and requesting a visa.

  • Tax Return. Tax return

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A visa is not required for this destination.

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Additional steps you may take:
  • Check the current validity of your passport and the availability of blank visa pages

  • Contact the nearest embassy or consulate of Algeria

    Take advantage of our extensive embassy and consular database to find the nearest one. Upon contacting the embassy confirm the required documents, the time it takes to process the visa and whether the consulate accepts applications by mail.

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    Algeria Visa Policy

    The visa policy of Algeria plays a crucial role in determining who can enter the country without a visa and which foreign citizens are required to obtain one. Unless they are from a nation that is free from visa requirements, most travellers to Algeria must get a visa through one of the approved Algerian diplomatic posts, such as consulates or embassies. All tourists also need to have passports that are at least 6 months old as of the entrance date into Algeria.

    Currently, Algeria only offers visa-free travel to a small number of nations. Regardless of whether they are traveling for business or leisure, holders of passports from seven North and East African nations are not need to get a visa in order to enter Algeria for stays up to 90 days.

    It is essential to remember that Israeli nationals are now not permitted to get visas. Israeli nationals are not allowed to enter Algeria, not even as transit passengers.

    For citizens of all other nations, a visa is required, and it must be obtained in person at an Algerian consulate or embassy well before the desired trip dates. A paper visa is necessary for all types of visas, including tourist, business, transit, employment, student, and others. Whether the visa is a single entry or multiple entry document, the permissible length of stay and the validity are determined by the reason for the visit.

    235 nations from around the globe must apply for a tourist visa, regardless of the length of their planned visit, according to the official Algeria Visa Policy. These tourists must schedule an embassy appointment and appear for a consular interview in order to apply for an Algerian tourist visa at the closest Algerian diplomatic post. Along with submitting a visa application form and numerous supporting papers, the interview is also done.

    It is advised to book an appointment well in advance of the anticipated trip date due to the lengthy processing time needed for a tourist visa from an embassy, since it may take several weeks for the visa to be processed and issued.

    It is important to remember that the Algerian government is presently constructing an online service for issuing tourist visas and that it will soon be in operation. With the ease of applying from home, this online application procedure will allow international visitors who are not qualified for Algeria's visa-waiver program to receive a tourist eVisa from Algeria without having to physically visit an embassy.

    Algeria eVisa

    The Algerian government has made significant progress in developing an online visa system, known as the Algeria eVisa. This program was introduced in February 2020 with the intention of simplifying the visa application procedure for visitors arranging brief visits in Algeria for leisure or business.

    The precise length of stay allowed with an Algeria eVisa has not yet been verified, but once it has, it will be posted on the appropriate government website.

    After the eVisa program is implemented, applicants will have the advantage of quickly and easily submitting an online visa application. Basic personal data and passport information are required for the application. Applicants will also be able to quickly submit any required supplementary papers online.

    It is anticipated that applicants would have to pay a minor processing charge for the Algeria eVisa as part of the application procedure. Additionally, they must provide a working email address where the approved electronic visa will be issued.

    Applicants will have the opportunity to print a copy of the approved eVisa, which they must submit at the Algerian border checkpoints together with their passport.

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    Simply complete the online application form from the comfort of your home or office, and let VisaHQ handle the rest. Prepare for your exciting journey without the stress – get your Algeria e-visa effortlessly. Explore the wonders of Algeria with ease.

    How to obtain a Algeria E-Visa with VisaHQ?

    To obtain an Algeria E-Visa with VisaHQ, follow these simple steps:

    • Online Application: Begin by filling out the online application form with accurate and complete information. Ensure that the details you provide match the information on your supporting documents.
    • Document Upload: As the application process is conducted online, you will be required to upload scanned copies of the necessary documents based on the type of E-Visa you are applying for. Once you have uploaded the required documents, proceed to make the nonrefundable application fee payment.
    • Submission: After completing the form and uploading the documents, submit the application online. Double-check all the information provided before finalizing the submission.
    • Processing Time: The processing time for the Algeria E-Visa is typically efficient. Once the application is reviewed and approved, the E-Visa will be sent to the email address provided during the application process.

    Why Use VisaHQ?

    There are several compelling reasons to choose VisaHQ for your visa needs:

    • Safety and Security: VisaHQ provides a secure and reliable platform to handle your visa application process, ensuring the privacy and protection of your personal information.
    • Easy Application: Applying for a visa through VisaHQ is a quick and straightforward process that can be completed in just a few minutes saving you time and effort.
    • Support Services: VisaHQ offers comprehensive support services to applicants, including guidance throughout the application process, assistance with document preparation and prompt customer support for any queries or concerns.
    • Extensive Experience: With over two decades of experience in the visa industry, VisaHQ has developed expertise and knowledge to efficiently handle visa applications, providing a smooth and efficient experience for applicants.

    By choosing VisaHQ you can benefit from a trusted and experienced visa service provider, ensuring a hassle-free visa application process for your travel needs.

    Algeria COVID-19 travel restrictions

    • Entry is open
      All exceptional measures regulating the entry and stay of foreigners in Algeria have been lifted.
      Prior to arrival requirements
      Valid passport. Valid national passport with at least 6 month remaining validity after the date of departure.
      Valid visa. Please see the instructions above if you need visa and apply.
      Upon arrival restrictions
      😷Masks are required in public spaces and transport.

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