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Algeria visa on arrival

An arrival visa is available for qualifying organised southern tours. Cruise passengers have their visas processed on board.

Ways to get a Algeria visa on arrival

  1. Arrival visa for an organised southern tour

    Visa on arrival

    Travellers on an approved agency tour that includes a qualifying southern province, except citizens of the excluded countries.

    Stay
    Up to 30 days
    1. Arrange a tour through an approved travel agency.
    2. Include at least one qualifying southern province in the itinerary.
    3. Obtain the visa on arrival.
  2. Cruise ship visa

    Visa on arrival

    Travellers arriving by cruise ship. Israeli citizens cannot enter Algeria.

Who needs it

Travellers using an eligible organised tour or cruise can use these visa arrangements instead of applying in advance.

How to apply

  1. Arrange a tour through an approved travel agency.
  2. Include at least one qualifying southern province in the itinerary.
  3. Obtain the visa on arrival.

What to bring

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival.

Good to know

  • The southern tour route requires a tour organised by an approved travel agency.
  • The itinerary must include at least one qualifying southern province.
  • Citizens of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Laos, Lebanon, Myanmar, North Korea, Pakistan, Palestine, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen cannot use the southern tour arrival visa.
  • Israeli citizens are refused entry and transit.
  • Expansion to all provinces was proposed in December 2024. This does not confirm that the expansion took effect.

Questions

Do I need a visa on arrival for Algeria?

Travellers using an eligible organised tour or cruise can use these visa arrangements instead of applying in advance.

What are the ways to get a visa on arrival for Algeria?

There are 2 options: Arrival visa for an organised southern tour (a visa at the border); Cruise ship visa (a visa at the border).

How long can I stay on a Algeria visa on arrival?

Up to 30 days for qualifying organised southern tours.

What documents do I need for a Algeria visa on arrival?

Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival..

How do I apply for a Algeria visa on arrival?

1. 1. Arrange a tour through an approved travel agency. 2. 2. Include at least one qualifying southern province in the itinerary. 3. 3. Obtain the visa on arrival.

What rules do I have to follow on a Algeria visa on arrival?

The southern tour route requires a tour organised by an approved travel agency. The itinerary must include at least one qualifying southern province.

Does my passport change whether I need a visa on arrival for Algeria?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Algeria visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a visa on arrival for Algeria be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Algeria visa on arrival rules?

On Algeria's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my visa on arrival once I am in Algeria?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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