🇩🇿Algeria Visa for Indian Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents
Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Algeria. Apply at a Algeria embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.
How Indian citizens apply for a Algeria visa
- → Apply for a visa at the Algeria embassy/consulate or official visa application centre before travelling. Apply here ↗
- → See the exact document checklist for Indian applicants, by visa type.
No advance visa with these documents
Algeria officially admits Indian citizens without a pre-arranged visa when they hold certain third-country visas or residence permits.
Visa on arrival · up to 30 days
Holders of a valid residence permit issued by Hungary, wishing to travel for tourist purposes for a period not exceeding one month to specific southern Algerian provinces (Adrar, Laghouat, Biskra, Bechar, Tamanrasset, Djelfa, Msila, Ouargla, El-Bayad, Illizi, Tindouf, El-Oued, Naama, Ghardaia, Timimoune, Bordj Badji Mokhtar, Ouled Djellal, Beni Abbes, Ain Salah, Ain Guezzam, Touggourt, Djanet, El M'Ghaier, El Menia) are not required to apply for a tourist visa at the Embassy level. Conditions vary slightly per document — check each rule via the official source.
embbudapest.mfa.gov.dz ↗Algeria visa cost for Indian citizens
Tourist (Tourism) visa - embassy sticker visa
USD 160
Applications are handled via VFS Global — the service fee for Indian applicants is about INR 1600 on top of the visa fee (varies by centre).
Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 · sourced from official government fee schedules
Documents required for Indian applicants
The exact documents Indian citizens must submit for Algeria, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.
Required for every visa type below
- Original Passport with a validity at least six (06) months. - Two (02) copies of Visa Application Forms, dully and fully completed, typed online, and signed. Original signature is required on each page. - Two (02) recent passport size photographs. - Copy of valid travel insurance as per below requirement. - Single Entry (1 to 30 Days): Minimum 1-month valid Insurance
touristTourist Visa
- Copy of confirmed hotel reservation and copy of airfare ticket showing dates of entry and exit. - Guarantee of sufficient funds for the visit (bank statement of six (06) months). - Typed covering letter.
workWork Visa
- Multiple Entry (1 to 90 Days): Minimum 3 months valid Insurance. - Multiple Entry (1 to 180 Days): Minimum 6 months valid Insurance. - Multiple Entry (Upto 1 Year): Minimum 1 Year valid Insurance. - Original employment contract signed by the employer in Algeria. - Attestation of repatriation signed by the employer and attested by the labour office of the wilaya where the applicant will be working there. - Temporary work permit delivered by the Ministry of Labour, Department of Labour of the wilaya where the employer is based.
familyFamily Visa
- Copy of confirmed hotel reservation and copy of airfare ticket showing dates of entry and exit. - Multiple Entry (1 to 90 Days): Minimum 3 months valid Insurance. - Multiple Entry (1 to 180 Days): Minimum 6 months valid Insurance. - Multiple Entry (Upto 1 Year): Minimum 1 Year valid Insurance. - If the Algerian spouse is not registered at the Embassy, a document attesting the relationship is required (such as a copy of the marriage certificate). - If the applicant is the family of an Indian employee working in Algeria, copy of family register, work permit and valid residence certificate are required. - Accommodation certificate duly attested by the local Algerian authorities.
otherCultural Visa
- Original Invitation letter from the organizer. - Copy of confirmed hotel reservation and copy of airfare ticket showing dates of entry and exit. - Multiple Entry (1 to 90 Days): Minimum 3 months valid Insurance. - Multiple Entry (1 to 180 Days): Minimum 6 months valid Insurance. - Multiple Entry (Upto 1 Year): Minimum 1 Year valid Insurance. - Guarantee of sufficient funds for the visit (bank statement of six (06) months).
workTemporary Work Visa
- Multiple Entry (1 to 90 Days): Minimum 3 months valid Insurance. - Multiple Entry (1 to 180 Days): Minimum 6 months valid Insurance. - Multiple Entry (Upto 1 Year): Minimum 1 Year valid Insurance. - Employment contract which does not exceed 90 days, signed by the employer in Algeria. - Attestation of repatriation signed by the employer and attested by the Labour office of the wilaya where the applicant will be working. - Temporary work permit delivered by the Ministry of Labour, Department of Labour of the wilaya where the employer is based.
businessBusiness Visa
- Original invitation letter from Algerian company which should be submitted in hard copy, attested by the Algerian Chamber of Commerce. - Copy of confirmed hotel reservation and copy of airfare ticket showing dates of entry and exit. - Multiple Entry (1 to 90 Days): Minimum 3 months valid Insurance. - Multiple Entry (1 to 180 Days): Minimum 6 months valid Insurance. - Multiple Entry (Upto 1 Year): Minimum 1 Year valid Insurance. - Letter of responsibility typewritten on the company letterhead is required and must be addressed to: Embassy of Algeria, Visa Section, B-6, Anand Niketan, New Delhi, 110021, India. - The letter must explain all of the following – - Nature of business to be performed. - Name and address of reference to be visited in Algeria - The letter should be signed by an officer of the company other than the applicant.
Other Algeria visa categories (9)Hide other visa categories
These don't apply to a typical short visit, but cover other reasons people travel to Algeria. Eligibility varies by visa type — some are limited to specific nationalities, so check each one's conditions.
Work Visa
Entry for long-term employment in Algeria under a contract with an Algerian employer.
Higher fee than tourist/business. Requires a work permit issued by Algerian authorities prior to visa application. Single or multiple entry supported.
Apply here ↗Temporary Work Visa
Entry for contract-based or temporary employment in Algeria for a period not exceeding 90 days.
For short-term contract work of up to 90 days. Same fee category as the long-term work visa.
Apply here ↗Family Reunion Visa (Spouse)
Entry for spouses of Algerian citizens or residents to join their family in Algeria.
Requires proof of marriage and Algerian spouse's documentation. Single or multiple entry supported.
Apply here ↗Family Reunion Visa (Children)
Entry for minor children of Algerian citizens or residents to join their family in Algeria.
Requires proof of parentage and Algerian parent's documentation.
Apply here ↗Cultural / Scientific / Sports Visa
Entry for foreign nationals invited to participate in cultural, scientific, social, or sporting events in Algeria.
Requires official invitation from an Algerian institution or event organizer. Covers cultural, scientific, social, and sports event participants.
Apply here ↗Medical Visa
Entry for foreign nationals seeking medical treatment in Algeria.
Distinct official category - the Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists 'medical' and 'study' as separate visa types. Requires supporting documentation such as a hospital/clinic admission or invitation. Must apply at an Algerian embassy/consulate before travel; no e-visa. Chancery fee varies by nationality under the principle of reciprocity; the £85 shown is the UK consulate rate. Max stay 90 days per entry.
Apply here ↗Study Visa
Entry for foreign nationals enrolled at an Algerian-approved educational establishment or holding a scholarship, to pursue studies in Algeria.
Distinct official category per the Algerian MFA (previously merged with 'medical' in this dataset). Requires a certificate of registration in a public or private educational establishment approved by the Algerian State, a scholarship certificate issued by Algerian or home-country authorities, or proof of the means to pay for studies and stay. Must apply at an Algerian embassy/consulate before travel; no e-visa. Chancery fee varies by nationality under the principle of reciprocity. General framework: validity 90/180 days, 1 year or 2 years; max stay 90 days per entry; longer study stays are continued in-country via a residence permit.
Apply here ↗Press Visa
Entry for journalists and media professionals traveling to Algeria for professional reporting or to cover events.
Distinct official category for members of the media. Applicants must submit a letter from their employer requesting a press visa (accreditation) on their behalf; foreign-press accreditation is coordinated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (mfa.gov.dz/services-for-foreigners/accreditation-of-journalists). Must apply at an Algerian embassy/consulate before travel; no e-visa. Chancery fee varies by nationality under the principle of reciprocity.
Apply here ↗Visa Exemption (Diplomatic / Official Passport)
Visa-free entry for holders of diplomatic or official/service passports from eligible countries under bilateral agreements.
Diplomatic-only exemptions: Argentina, Croatia, France, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Romania. Diplomatic or service/official passport exemptions: Albania, Belarus, Benin, Brazil, Cuba, Egypt, Ethiopia, Greece, Guinea, Italy, Malaysia, Mali, Malta, Mexico, Niger, Peru, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Senegal, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Tanzania, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Venezuela, Vietnam. Confirmed across Oslo and Dublin embassy pages.
Apply here ↗Algeria visa for Indian citizens — FAQ
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Algeria?
Yes — Indian citizens must apply for a visa in advance at a Algeria embassy, consulate, or official visa portal before travelling.
What documents do Indian citizens need for Algeria?
A valid passport plus the Algeria document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
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