Visa Requirements for US Citizens Traveling to Algeria

Work Visa

Applicants for a work visa must provide the following documents:

• Work contract
• Detailed list of foreign workers
• Temporary work authorization
• Commitment of repatriation

The following documents must be obtained from the Algerian Ministry of Labor.

Additionally, applicants must provide:

• USPS Money Order in the amount of US$ 190.00 made payable to the Embassy of Algeria for US citizens. For other nationalities, please contact the embassy for the specific fee.

For further information, please contact the Embassy of Algeria at:

Phone: (202) 265-2800 ext 164

You can download the work visa application form here:

Business Visa

Applicants for a business visa must provide the following documents:

• Letter of invitation from your host company in Algeria.
• Company's letter explaining the nature of the business to be performed and full financial support.
• USPS Money Order in the amount of US$ 160.00 made payable to the Embassy of Algeria for US citizens. For other nationalities, please contact the embassy for the specific fee.

For further information, please contact the Embassy of Algeria at:

Phone: (202) 265-2800 ext 164

You can download the business visa application form here:

Student Visa

Applicants for a student visa must provide the following documents:

• Enrollment letter from a school, institute, or university accredited by the Algerian authorities.
• Proof of financial support.
• USPS Money Order in the amount of US$ 160.00 made payable to the Embassy of Algeria for US citizens. For other nationalities, please contact the embassy for the specific fee.

For further information, please contact the Embassy of Algeria at:

Phone: (202) 265-2800 ext 164

You can download the student visa application form here:

Transit Visa

A transit visa is issued for a maximum of seven days. Applicants for a transit visa must provide the following:

• Valid visa or passport of the country of final destination.
• Evidence of financial means for the duration of stay.
• USPS Money Order in the amount of US$ 160.00 made payable to the Embassy of Algeria for US citizens. For other nationalities, please contact the embassy for the specific fee.

For further information, please contact the Embassy of Algeria at:

Phone: (202) 265-2800 ext 164

You can download the transit visa application form here:

Cultural Visa

The cultural visa is issued to applicants holding an invitation to a seminar or a cultural, scientific, or sports event, and showing evidence of financial means for the duration of the stay.

• Invitation letter from your host in Algeria.
• A letter of employment.
• USPS Money Order in the amount of US$ 190.00 made payable to the Embassy of Algeria for US citizens. For other nationalities, please contact the embassy for the specific fee.

For further information, please contact the Embassy of Algeria at:

Phone: (202) 265-2800 ext 164

You can download the cultural visa application form here:

Press Visa

Members of the media applying for a press visa are required to submit in support of their application a letter from their employer requesting a press visa (accreditation) on their behalf.

• A letter from your employer requesting a press visa (accreditation) on your behalf.
• USPS Money Order in the amount of US$ 160.00 made payable to the Embassy of Algeria for US citizens. For other nationalities, please contact the embassy for the specific fee.

For further information, please contact the Embassy of Algeria at:

Phone: (202) 265-2800 ext 164

You can download the press visa application form here:

Medical Visa

The applicant must provide the following documents for a medical visa:

• A letter of financial support for medical care issued by the relevant medical establishment in Algeria.
• Hotel reservation or other lodging arrangements for the duration of stay in Algeria.
• Evidence of financial means for the duration of stay.
• USPS Money Order in the amount of US$ 160.00 made payable to the Embassy of Algeria for US citizens. For other nationalities, please contact the embassy for specific fee details.

For further information, please contact the Embassy of Algeria at:

Phone: (202) 265-2800 ext 164

You can download the medical visa application form here:

Diplomatic and Official Visa

For Diplomatic and Official visas, the following requirement applies:

• An official diplomatic letter from the relevant authority.

As a courtesy between nations, diplomatic or official visas are **waived of visa fees**.

For further information, please contact the Embassy of Algeria at:

Phone: (202) 265-2800 ext 164

You can download the diplomatic and official visa application form here:

Family Visa

For Family visas, the following documents are required:

• An invitation letter signed and legalized at a local city hall from your family in Algeria.
• For spouses and children of Algerian nationals living abroad, a copy of the consular card of the Algerian national.
• USPS Money Order in the amount of **US$ 160.00** made payable to the Embassy of Algeria for US citizens. For other nationalities, please contact the embassy for fee details.

For further information, please contact the Embassy of Algeria at:

Phone: (202) 265-2800 ext 164

You can download the family visa application form here: