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What documents can a Frenchman use to travel to Algeria?
Verified 11 August 2022 - Directorate for Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister), Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs
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The entry conditions in Algeria are different if you are French or if you have dual French-Algerian nationality. If you are traveling with your child or if he or she is traveling alone, additional documents will be requested (family booklet, authorization to leave the territory, photocopy of the identity card or passport of the parent who has given his or her consent).
What applies to you ?
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Journey of a major
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You're French
You need to get a endorsement (stamp affixed to your French passport) at the Algerian consulate of your place of residence. To do this, you must do it move personally and make an online appointment.
Who shall I contact
You must attend the appointment by completing the visa application form in duplicate:
Application for a visa to Algeria
You must also attach the following documents to your application:
- Your passport + 1 copy of the first page of the passport
- 2 recent and identical ID photos
- 1 certificate to your travel insurance name - repatriation assistance
- 1 certificate of accommodation of less than 3 months legalized by the municipality of the place of residence of the person who invites you by attaching his identity document or a hotel reservation
- Resource documents (salary report, work certificate, Pôle emploi certificate, certificate of RSA: titleContent, Kbis)
- Additional documents according to the type of visa requested
Example :
if you are applying for a business visa, you will also need to have a letter from the employer (letter of assignment) or a letter of invitation from the partner in Algeria and a hotel reservation or proof of acceptance by the inviting organization.
In addition, you must have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of application for the visa.
Example :
If you apply for a visa on the 1ster July, your passport must be valid until the end of December.
The visa price is €110 if you leave less than 90 days and €130 if you leave longer (including application fees).
The time to obtain a visa is from 2 to 10 working days.
You are Franco-Algerian
You are subject to the regulations applicable to Algerians.
Warning
in Algeria, the legal age of majority is 19 yrs.
Even if you entered Algeria with an Algerian passport, you must present a valid French identity document (passport or national identity card) to return to France.
This document should be presented regardless of your age.
Please note
Before your trip, it is recommended to consult the website Travel advice and inquire with the Algerian authorities. It is also advisable to register on Ariane to receive information by email or SMS during your trip.
Travel of a minor
You need to get a endorsement (stamp affixed to your French passport) at the Algerian consulate of your place of residence. To do this, you must do it move personally (accompanied by one of your parents or guardian) and make an appointment online.
Who shall I contact
You must attend the appointment by completing the visa application form in duplicate:
Application for a visa to Algeria
You must also attach the following documents to your application:
- Your passport + 1 copy of the first page of the passport
- 2 recent and identical ID photos
- 1 certificate to your travel insurance name - repatriation assistance
- 1 certificate of accommodation of less than 3 months legalized by the municipality of the place of residence of the person who invites you by attaching his identity document or a hotel reservation
- Additional documents according to the type of visa requested
In addition, you must have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of application for the visa.
Example :
If you apply for a visa on the 1ster July, your passport must be valid until the end of December.
The visa price is €110 if you leave less than 90 days and €130 if you leave longer (including application fees). The visa is free for those under 6 years of age.
The time to obtain a visa is from 2 to 10 working days.
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You are traveling with your 2 parents
The parents and the minor must each have one passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of application for the visa.
You will also need to present your family record book or a true copy.
You are traveling with one of your 2 parents
The parent and the minor must each have one passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of application for the visa.
You will also need to present the family record book or a true copy.
If the parents are divorcedHowever, the accompanying parent is strongly advised to have a copy of the divorce judgment granting custody.
If the child travels with his mother, it is recommended that the mother has the father's permission.
If the child is a father's orphan, his mother must have a document certifying his marriage to the deceased father, or a copy of the father's death certificate, or an authorization from the judge responsible for the protection of minors.
Traveling alone or with someone else
The child must have with him the following 3 documents:
- Valid passport covering at least the entire stay
- Authorization to leave the territory (and associated documents) to leave France
- Letter of authorization from his parents with their legalized signatures. The child or his or her accompanying person must present this authorization upon arrival in Algeria.
You are subject to the regulations applicable to Algerians.
FYI
a Franco-Algerian minor must, in addition to his or her valid French passport, have a valid Algerian passport in order to leave Algeria. So he won't need a visa.
Specific conditions may apply to young people subject to military service in Algeria (e.g. census, exemption from service). It is advisable to inquire about the conditions of entry and exit in Algeria with the competent Algerian consular authority.
Who shall I contact
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You are traveling with your 2 parents
Franco-Algerian parents and minors must each have their own 2 passports valid. These must cover the total duration of the journey.
You will also need to present your family booklet or a certified copy.
If one of the parents does not have Algerian nationality, he must have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of application for the visa.
You are traveling with one of your 2 parents
The French-Algerian parent and minor must each have their own 2 passports valid. These must cover the total duration of the journey.
You will also need to present the family record book or a certified copy.
If the parents are divorcedHowever, the accompanying parent is strongly advised to have a copy of the divorce judgment granting custody.
If the child travels with his mother, it is recommended that the mother has the father's permission.
If the child is a father's orphan, his mother must have a document certifying his marriage to the deceased father, or a copy of the father's death certificate, or an authorization from the judge responsible for the protection of minors.
If the traveling parent does not have Algerian nationality, he must have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of application for the visa.
Traveling alone or with someone else
The child must have with him the following 3 documents:
- Valid passport covering at least the entire stay
- Authorization to leave the territory (and associated documents) to leave France
- Letter of authorization from his parents with their legalized signatures. The child or his or her accompanying person must present this authorization upon arrival in Algeria.
Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs
Embassy of Algeria