Algeria visa requirements for Gaboneses

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Gaboneses visiting Algeria

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

  • The application forms must be fully filled printed, dated and signed by the applicant.
  • Applications with missing information will be delayed or rejected.
  • Passport must have at least six months remaining validity and contain at least two (02) blank visa pages for the visa to be issued.
  • Amendment pages at the back of the passport will not be accepted for the Algeria visa.
  • Photos must be recent, frontal-view, and taken on a white background and showing applicants wearing no glasses of any kind, except for prescription. 
  • The first and last names of the applicant should be written in pencil on the back of passport photos.
  • Copy of the hotel booking or an invitation from an Algerian citizen, mentioning the lodging address, signed & stamped by an official authority in Algeria.
  • Copy of air ticket or itinerary showing dates of entry and exit from Algeria and details of activities in Algeria.
  • Proof of sufficient funds is required by providing a bank statement showing that the applicant has enough funds for the trip and duration of stay in Algeria.
  • Proof of no criminal record signed by the local police department in Gabon.

Algeria Visa for Gaboneses

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 10 business days 90 days
Business visa 10 business days 90 days

General Requirements for Algeria Visa

  • The application forms must be fully filled printed, dated and signed by the applicant.
  • Applications with missing information will be delayed or rejected.
  • Passport must have at least six months remaining validity and contain at least two (02) blank visa pages for the visa to be issued.
  • Amendment pages at the back of the passport will not be accepted for the Algeria visa.
  • Photos must be recent, frontal-view, and taken on a white background and showing applicants wearing no glasses of any kind, except for prescription. 
  • The first and last names of the applicant should be written in pencil on the back of passport photos.
  • Copy of the hotel booking or an invitation from an Algerian citizen, mentioning the lodging address, signed & stamped by an official authority in Algeria.
  • Copy of air ticket or itinerary showing dates of entry and exit from Algeria and details of activities in Algeria.
  • Proof of sufficient funds is required by providing a bank statement showing that the applicant has enough funds for the trip and duration of stay in Algeria.
  • Proof of no criminal record signed by the local police department in Gabon.
Algeria Tourist visa Algeria Business visa

Algeria Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay in Algeria, 
  • The passport must have at least one blank passport page available for the Algerian visa stamp. 
  • Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for Algeria visas.
  • Two signed Algeria visa application forms. 
  • Two recent identical 2 x 2 passport type photographs in colour, front view, and with a plain/white background.
  • An invitation letter from the host is required. Travellers visiting Algeria as a tourist must provide an invitation from an authorized tourist company in Algeria. 
  • Computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from Algeria.
  • A copy of confirmed hotel and/or cruise reservation(s.) If staying in various hotels, please provide copies of each reservation. 
  • A letter from inviting family members or friends is required if they are providing accommodations to the applicant.
  • Bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds for the whole duration of stay in Algeria.

Algeria Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay in Algeria, 
  • The Gabon passport with at least one empty page for the Algerian visa stamp. 
  • Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not to be used for the Algeria visas.
  • Two recent identical 2 x 2 passport photographs with a white background.
  • Letter of invitation from sponsoring company in Algeria explaining the relationship to the applicant and the purpose of travel.
  • The letter must indicate the length of stay, place of stay, and contact information.
  • Original letter from the employer in Gabon, on company letterhead, introducing the applicant, indicating the applicant's employment status/position held in the company, and clearly stating the purpose of visit to Algeria. 
  • The business letter must also indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant and must provide detailed contact information in Algeria.
  • Computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or a travel agency or copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from Algeria.

Algeria Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

160.00 (USD)

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Algeria Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Gabon

Location

Address

Libreville

B.P. 4008 Libreville Gabon

www.ambalglibreville.com

contact@ambalglibreville.com

(+241) 01 44 34 80

Frequently Asked Questions

How safe is Algeria to visit?

Algeria has improved in safety immensely in recent years and for much of the country, there are no significant safety issues.

What are the common foods eaten in Algeria?

Lamb, chicken, fish, grains, vegetables, and dried fruits are common ingredients in Algerian cuisine. Tea is Algeria's favourite drink served with fresh mint. Coffee is also a popular beverage in Algeria. Some of the most popular dishes in Algeria are couscous, jwaz, mechoui, dolma, and bagita.

What is the most practiced religion in Algeria?

Religion in Algeria is dominated by Muslims with over ninety-nine per cent of the population adhering to Sunni Islam of the Maliki school of jurisprudence.