Algeria visa requirements for Congoleses

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Congoleses visiting Algeria

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Algerian Visa.

    • A Congolese passport is valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date containing 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
    • Duly completed and signed the visa application form.
    • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians are required to sign the form.
    • Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken in white background.
    • The travel document must be completed.
    • Proof of financial capability.
    • Proof of accommodation or hotel reservations.
    • Copy of return flight ticket
    • Documentation showing applicants' ties to the home country.
    • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
    • Medical insurance that covers the entire duration of stay.
    • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
    • Copy of travel itinerary.

    Algeria Visa for Congoleses

    Facts about Algeria

    Algeria is the largest country in Africa in terms of land mass and also one of the most exciting countries in Africa.

    Algeria has a fantastic diversity of landscape with the Sahara desert in the south, beaches along the Mediterranean sea to the north, mountains that offer excellent hiking during the summer and skiing opportunities in the snow during winter.

    Algeria also has an extremely rich history with 7 World Heritage sites and is one of the most socially developed countries in the whole of Africa.


    Types of Algeria Visa

    Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
    Tourist visa 5-10 days 90 days
    Business visa 5-10 days 90 days
    Medical visa 5-10 days 90 days

    General Requirements for Algeria Visa

      • A Congolese passport is valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date containing 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
      • Duly completed and signed the visa application form.
      • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians are required to sign the form.
      • Three passport-size photographs (4.5 x 3.5 cm) taken in white background.
      • The travel document must be completed.
      • Proof of financial capability.
      • Proof of accommodation or hotel reservations.
      • Copy of return flight ticket
      • Documentation showing applicants' ties to the home country.
      • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
      • Medical insurance that covers the entire duration of stay.
      • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
      • Copy of travel itinerary.
      Algeria Tourist visa Algeria Business visa Algeria Medical visa

      Algeria Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

          • The Algerian tourist visa is issued to foreign nationals who have the intention of sightseeing and relaxing in the country.
          • Congolese who have been invited to Algeria by their friends and relatives can apply for this visa.
          • If you will be visiting friends and families in the country, you are expected to provide a letter of invitation from their host. The letter must contain the valid contact information of the host and the duration of the applicant’s visit.
          • Computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from Algeria must be provided.
          • Employed applicants must provide a letter from their employer. The letter should state the job position, salary level, and the length of employment of the applicant.
          • Holders of this visa are liable to attend festivals and events taking place in the country.
          • Holders of this visa are not permitted to receive payments for the services they render while you are in the country.
          • If you are under the age of 18 years, the original copy of your birth certificate is required. A notarized consent signed by both parents of the minor should be provided.
          • You must provide a certificate of international vaccination of yellow fever during the visa application.
          • Proof of payment of paid visa application fees should be provided.
          • A copy of confirmed hotel and/or cruise reservation(s.) If staying in various hotels, copies of each reservations should be provided.
          • A letter from inviting family members or friends is required if they are providing accommodations to the applicant.
          • You are not permitted to take up part-time or full-time courses in any institution in the country.
          • Algerian visas are usually processed in 5 to 10 days. Rush or Emergency visa service may be available for additional fees. 
          • You must provide proof that you possess sufficient funds. Your financial details must:
            • Be within the last 90 days
            • Display your full name as it appears on your passport.
          • Proof of civil ties to your home country.
          • You are to exit the country on or before the visa expires.
          • Algeria visas are usually valid based on the Algerian consulate's discretion.
          • All documents to be submitted must be original and certified copies.

          Algeria Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

          • The Algeria business visa is issued to applicants who want to engage in business meet and foster already existing business relationships.
          • Holders of the Algeria business visa are permitted to attend trade fairs, seminars, and conferences in Algeria.
          • Two copies of the Visa Application Forms, fully completed, typed online, and signed. Original signature required on each page.
          • The Algerian business visa takes about 5-10 days for its processing.
          • Copy of confirmed hotel reservation or a Guarantee of return transportation and sufficient funds for the visit must be provided.
          • Holders of this visa should provide a computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from Algeria.
          • A letter from your employer in DR Congo stating awareness and allowance of the business leave should be submitted by the applicant. 
          • A cover letter explaining the following must be provided:
            • Nature of business to be performed,
            • Name and address of reference to be visited in Algeria.
          • This letter should be signed by an officer of the company other than the applicant.
          • Applicant should note that either the single-entry or multiple-entry Business Visa can be issued.
          • The single entry is valid for 30 days while multiple entries are valid for 90 days.
          • Proof of previous business dealings with the company in Algeria should be provided during the visa application.
          • Proof of civil ties to your home country.
          • Foreigners are not allowed to be paid for the services they render during their time in the country.
          • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
          • Applicants should ensure they are vaccinated against yellow fever before traveling to the country.
          • Algeria visas are usually valid based on the Algerian consulate's discretion.
          • You are expected to exit the country on or before your visa expires.
          • All documents to be submitted must be original and certified copies.

          Algeria Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements

          • Applicants of Algeria medical visas are those seeking medical attention from a hospital in Algeria. 
          • You are required to have a medical report from your doctor in DR Congo. This report should be accompanied by a document that clearly states the reason why the treatment is best administered in Algeria.
          • A medical attestation from the hospital or doctor in Algeria, confirming the date of appointment as well as your medical situation is required to be submitted.
          • If you are employed, you should provide proof that your employer is aware of your leave. This may be stated in a letter written with the company’s letterhead and signed by your employer.
          • Retirees should have a pension statement from the last 6 months.
          • Proof of paid visa fee must be provided.
          • Minors must ensure they possess the original copy of their birth certificate. If they are traveling alone or with one of their parents, a document of consent which is signed by both parents of the minor should be provided.
          • Holders of this visa are not permitted to work while you are in the country.
          • You are expected to leave the country at the end of your treatment.
          • Applicants of this visa are not liable to take up permanent residence in the country.
          • International Certificate of Vaccination of yellow fever should be provided during the visa application process.

          Algeria Visa Fees

          Visa Type

          Sub Types

          Visa Fees

          Tourist visa

          100.00 (USD)

          Business visa

          100.00 (USD)

          Medical visa

          100.00 (USD)

          Algeria Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Dr Congo

          Location

          Address

          Kinshasa

          Algerian Embassy in Kinshasa, 50-52, Ave. Colonel Ebeya KM 01 Gombe, Kinshasa, Congo (Democratic Republic).

          Frequently Asked Questions

          What is Algeria currency called?

          The Algerian Dinar is the currency of Algeria. The most popular Algeria Dinar exchange rate is the EUR to the DZD rate. The currency code for Dinars is DZD, and the currency symbol is DA.

          How many tourists visit Algeria?

          According to a report of the World Tourism Organization published in 2014, Algeria is the 4th largest tourist destination in Africa in 2013 with 2.7 million foreign tourists, and ranks 111th on the international tourism scene, according to the London-based World Tourism and Travel Council (WTTC).

          How do people dress in Algeria?

          Algerians generally dress the same as Europeans, so for work, it is recommended to wear dark, professional jackets and slacks. For women, there is no set dress code, but they should avoid wearing short skirts and low-cut blouses.

          What vaccinations do I need for Algeria?
          The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Algeria: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.