Algeria visa requirements for Emiratis

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Emiratis visiting Algeria

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

  • A properly filled and signed visa application form.
  • Your passport must be valid 6 months beyond stay in Algeria and must also have 2 blank pages for the visa stamp.
  • Four identical 2x2 colored passport-sized photographs taken on a white background.
  • A well-detailed travel itinerary.
  • Flight reservations and return tickets.
  • Proof of civil status
  • Proof of retirement funds for retired visa applicants.
  • Proof of accommodation for your entire period of stay in Algeria.
  • Valid means of identification of your host.
  • Recent bank statements.
  • For minors, an original birth certificate and letter of consent signed by both parents.

Algeria Visa for Emiratis

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
Business visa 10 - 15 days 30 days
Tourist visa 5 - 15 days 30 days
Transit visa 10 - 15 days 7 days

General Requirements for Algeria Visa

  • A properly filled and signed visa application form.
  • Your passport must be valid 6 months beyond stay in Algeria and must also have 2 blank pages for the visa stamp.
  • Four identical 2x2 colored passport-sized photographs taken on a white background.
  • A well-detailed travel itinerary.
  • Flight reservations and return tickets.
  • Proof of civil status
  • Proof of retirement funds for retired visa applicants.
  • Proof of accommodation for your entire period of stay in Algeria.
  • Valid means of identification of your host.
  • Recent bank statements.
  • For minors, an original birth certificate and letter of consent signed by both parents.
Algeria Business visa Algeria Tourist visa Algeria Transit visa

Algeria Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for applicants who wish to carry out business activities in Algeria.
  • With this visa, you can attend conferences and trade fairs.
  • You must provide an invitation letter from the host company in Algeria. 
  • This letter should be on company's letterhead and have every detail about your trip.
  • If the host company is going to be financially responsible for you in Algeria, they are to state it in the letter to the embassy.
  • A letter from your employer in UAE is to be submitted also.
  • The letter should confirm the duration and purpose of your trip as well as your job position and salary earned.
  • You are to provide an incentive that says that you will be returning to the UAE at the expiration of your visa.
  • If there have been previous trade relations between the company in UAE and the one in Algeria, proof of this is to be providedalso.
  • You are not to change employment without notifying the authorities.
  • You are also to provide valid proof of accommodation.
  • Current bank statements and certificates of Income-tax of the company both in UAE and Algeria are to be submitted.
  • This visa costs £85 and is usually processed between 5-15 working days.

Algeria Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for visa applicants who wish to visit Algeria for tourism and relaxation purposes. 
  • This visa is also for persons who wish to visit friends and family while in Algeria.
  • Applicants of this visa are not allowed to take up paid employment in the country.
  • You are also not allowed to receive formal education while in Algeria.
  • You are to submit a valid proof of accommodation. This could be proof of hotel bookings or the home address of your host and their contact number.
  • An invitation letter from your host in Algeria is needed if you are visiting a friend or family. 
  • The invitation letter must be authenticated by the nearest municipality to your host.
  • Valid documentation showing your status in UAE is to be provided.
  • Retirees are to submit evidence of their retirement funds.
  • Your travel itinerary detailing dates of travel and the destinations you intend to visit in Algeria is required also.
  • You might be required to show proof of address in UAE by providing a utility bill such as electricity, water, or waste bills.
  • This visa costs £85 and is usually processed between 5-15 working days
  • This visa is valid for one month from the date of issuance.

Algeria Transit Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for visa applicants who will be transitting through Algeria and wish to spend more than 24 hours in the country.
  • Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months on entry into Algeria and must also have one blank visa page for stamps.
  • You will need to present a valid visa.
  • You are also to provide the flight ticket and visa for your final destination country. 
  • A recent bank statement is needed to apply for this visa(preferably for the last 6 months) to show that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during the transit period.
  • In the case of foreign air and sea cabin crews, they will be eligible for a transit visa which will be valid for 2 to 7 days.
  • The transit visa is valid for a maximum of 7 days.
  • The transit visa costs £85 and is usually processed between 10-15 working days.
  • You are to leave Algeria before the expiration of your visa.

Algeria Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

85.00 (DZD)

Tourist visa

85.00 (USD)

Transit visa

85.00 (DZD)

Algeria Visa Application Centres & Embassies in United Arab Emirates

Location

Address

Abu Dhabi

Embassies Area Airport Road P.O. Box 3070

www.embassy-algeria-uae.com

algerianembassyad@yahoo.fr

(+971) 2 444 8949 / 3

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Algeria known for?

Algeria is considered the second-largest country in the entire African continent and the largest on the Mediterranean Sea. In the past, Algeria was a popular destination but the civil war in 1992 affected the tourism industry.

What is Algeria's official currency?

The official currency of Algeria is the Algerian Dinar and its code is DZD. Traveler's checks are only accepted at four-star or more hotels so it is usually best to exchange a reasonable amount of cash into GBP and Algerian dinars in one sitting.

Can I drink the tap water in Algeria?

The water is considered drinkable and you could also get bottled water almost everywhere.

What is the official language in Algeria?

The official language of Algeria is the Modern Standard Arabic and Berber. The majority of the population speak Darja, the Algerian Arabic. French is also widely spoken because of its colonial history.