Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting
Algeria
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Algerian Visa.
- A valid passport which has a validity of at least 6 months from your intended period of stay.
- Duly completed visa application form.
- Passport photographs captured in white background.
- Proof that you have sufficient funds to take care of yourself while you are in Algeria.
- Valid travel insurance which covers sufficient medical insurance for the duration of the stay.
- Proof of accommodation for your stay in Algeria.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Algeria Visa for Nigerians
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 | 8 days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 8 days | 90 days |
| Student visa | 8 days | Variable |
| Work visa | 8 days | Variable |
General Requirements for Algeria Visa
- A valid passport which has a validity of at least 6 months from your intended period of stay.
- Duly completed visa application form.
- Passport photographs captured in white background.
- Proof that you have sufficient funds to take care of yourself while you are in Algeria.
- Valid travel insurance which covers sufficient medical insurance for the duration of the stay.
- Proof of accommodation for your stay in Algeria.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Algeria Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This type of visa is delivered to applicants who want to visit Algeria for tourism.
- Under normal conditions, the Algerian tourist visa is processed under 8 business days.
- Visa applicants must be ready to submit a proof of hotel reservation or other means of accommodation to be used while in Algeria.
- A notarized invitation letter from your host or travel agency is also needed.
- You may be asked to provide a $160 money order as part of the application.
- All details must be filled in the application form as incomplete applications will not be processed.
- The Consulate is not required to inform applicants of their incomplete applications.
- Incomplete applications with return envelopes will be sent back.
- Application form MUST be filled out on screen, printed and then dated and hand signed. Handwritten forms are not accepted.
- Photos should be glued on the box reserved for photo at the upper right side of the application form.
- There is only ONE application form but you have to submit two copies with a glued photo on each copy.
Algeria Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This type of visa is delivered to businessmen, representatives or employees of foreign companies who want to visit Algeria for business purposes.
- With this visa, they can attend business meetings, conclude contracts and attend conferences.
- Holders of a business visa are NOT permitted to take up paid work while in Algeria.
- The Algerian business visa cannot be replaced by a work visa.
- Under normal conditions, the business visa is processed under 8 business days.
- The applicant must submit an employment letter providing a brief presentation of the company and stating his/her job title or position at the company.
- The letter should also state the real purpose of the visit.
- The company should also state if they are assuming financial responsibility of the expenses incurred during the trip.
- The visa office may request additional documents more than what is listed on the embassy’s website.
- Submitting all the required documentation does not guarantee the issuance of a visa.
- In case your visa application was not approved, the visa office is not required to provide the reasons.
Algeria Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Algerian student visa is issued to students who want to study in Algeria.
- An acceptance letter from an Algerian educational institution is required during the application.
- Under normal conditions, the student visa is processed under 8 business days.
- Visa applicants must submit proof of financial resources enough to see them through the duration of the study.
- The applicant’s passport should be valid for at least six months.
- Application forms with missing information will not be processed. All boxes must be filled.
- You should not fold your documents — always use wide envelopes.
- Do not put more than three (03) applications in one envelope.
- The visa processing time may vary according to the type of visa and nationality of the applicant.
Algeria Work Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Algerian work visa is for foreign workers or employees of foreign companies assigned to work in Algeria.
- A letter verifying the applicant’s employment is required.
- Under normal conditions, the student visa is processed under 8 business days.
- All details must be filled in the application form as incomplete applications will not be processed.
- Day of issuance of visa is the first day of validity.
- Applicants are urged to apply within a period that doesn’t exceed sixty days of their travel date.
- The visa office may request additional documents beyond what is already listed.
- In case your visa application was not approved, visa office is not required to provide the reasons.
Algeria Visa Fees
Tourist visa
110.00 (USD)
Business visa
110.00 (USD)
Student visa
110.00 (USD)
Work visa
110.00 (USD)
Algeria Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Nigeria
Abuja
Address: Plot 09, Cadastral Zone, Garki, Abuja-Nigeria
Email: ambalg-abuja@yahoo.com
Phone: (+234) 9 314 28 40 / 1 (+234) 703 404 5321