Algeria
Entry requirements
This page has information on travelling to Algeria.
This page reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British Citizen’ passport, for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Algeria set and enforce entry rules. If you’re unsure how Algeria’s entry requirements apply to you, contact its UK embassy, high commission or consulate.
You should also consider checking with your transport provider or travel company to make sure your passport and other travel documents meet their requirements.
On 30 October 2022, the Algerian authorities announced the lifting of all entry requirements related to Covid-19.
Visas
Before you travel, you will need to get a visa from the Algerian Consulate in London, unless you will arrive in a designated airport in the south of Algeria which allows for obtaining a tourist visa upon arrival. Please be aware you will need a confirmed reservation with an approved local travel agency in order to obtain such a visa. For further information on designated airports and approved local travel agencies you should contact the Algerian Consulate in London.
You should check the details of your visa, including validity dates, before travelling. Should you overstay the duration of your visa or the time you are permitted to stay in country as granted upon arrival, you are likely to be detained by the immigration police at the airport whilst attempting to exit Algeria. This may result in a criminal prosecution and up to 3 months in jail. If you need to stay in Algeria for a longer period than your visa or entry stamp allows, you may be able to extend your visa at the Wilaya (Town Hall) nearest to you.
Algerian border
The land border between Algeria and Morocco is closed. Do not attempt to cross it.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all travel to areas within;
- 30km of the borders with Libya, Mauritania, Mali and Niger
- 30km of the border with Tunisia in the provinces of Ilizi and Ouargla and in the Chambi mountains area
The FCDO advises against all but essential travel to within 30km of the remainder of the border with Tunisia.
Passport validity
Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into Algeria.
Leaving Algeria
When exiting Algeria, the Algerian authorities usually require sight of the document you used to enter the country. In the event that your passport was lost or stolen during your stay in Algeria, you will need to present a police report to the border police to show why you are no longer in possession of the passport you used to enter Algeria.
Yellow fever certificate requirements
Check whether you need a yellow fever certificate by visiting the National Travel Health Network and Centre’s TravelHealthPro website.
Travel with children
In Algeria, the age of majority (when a child is legally recognised as an adult) is 19 years and 1 day old. Any person under this age whose father is an Algerian citizen will be regarded as Algerian if the father’s name is on the birth certificate. Any such child leaving Algeria without their parents will only be able to travel with parental consent ‘Autorisation Parentale’ or, if travelling with just one parent, the parent (whether mother or father) will be expected to prove their parental link through a Livret de famille or a certified copy. Unaccompanied minors will need a letter from their parent or guardian granting them permission to travel out of the country.
For further information on exactly what will be required at immigration, you can check the website of the Algerian Ministry of Interior or you can contact the Algerian Consulate in London