🇩🇿Algeria Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Africa· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Algeria?
It depends on your passport. Out of 196 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 7 enter Algeria visa-free, 2 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival and 187 must apply at a consulate before travelling.
Visa-free
7
nationalities
Visa on arrival
2
nationalities
Consular visa
187
nationalities
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Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Transit visa for Algeria
A transit visa exists for travellers changing planes or passing through without entering the country.
- Stay:
- 7 days
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (cglondon.mfa.gov.dz), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Algeria visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Algeria applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Algeria visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Algeria publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | Portal | |||
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 21 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Work visa | Work | 1-2 years | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Student visa | Study | 1 year | 21 business days | Multiple | Portal |
| Family visa | Family | 1 year | 30 business days | Portal | |
| Transit visa | Transit | 7 days | 15 business days | Portal |
Visas
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Information
Capital
Algiers
Population
48,000,000
Currency
Algerian Dinar (DZD د.ج)
Languages
Arabic, Tamazight, French
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+213
Timezone
Africa/Algiers
Area
2,400,000 km²
Government
Presidential republic
National day
July 5 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.dz
About
Algeria is Africa's largest country by area at 2.4 million km². With a population of about 48 million in 2026, it enjoys sustained economic growth driven by hydrocarbons. It is a key player in the Maghreb and North Africa.
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Medium)
- Avoid carrying valuables
- Stay vigilant in crowds
- Use official taxis
Terrorism(High)
- Follow the advice of French and local authorities
- Avoid border areas and the desert
Transport
- Drive carefully
- Prefer reputable companies
Natural risks(Occasional earthquakes and floods)
- Check weather alerts
- Know evacuation procedures
Health(Limited healthcare system outside major cities)
- Recommended vaccines: hepatitis A/B, typhoid
- Mandatory repatriation insurance
- Bottled water
Practical tips
- Register with the travel registry
- Copies of important documents
- Local currency in cash
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Algiers · estimated in October 2026
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Right
unsafe
5-10% in restaurants
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
Partner links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Algeria?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Algeria across 196 nationalities: 7 visa-free, 2 with a visa on arrival, 187 with a consular visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →Do you need a transit visa for Algeria?▾
Algeria issues a transit visa for travellers connecting or crossing the country without staying, valid 7 days. Conditions depend on your nationality, the length of the layover and whether you leave the airport's international zone.
Is it dangerous to travel to Algeria?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Moderate to high risk depending on areas, with ongoing security tensions.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Algeria?▾
The official currency is Algerian Dinar (DZD د.ج). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Algeria?▾
The capital of Algeria is Algiers. The main spoken languages are: Arabic, Tamazight, French.
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