Do I need a visa for Algeria?
Most nationalities need a visa to visit Algeria, applied for in advance at an Algerian consulate, usually with a tour operator's invitation letter. Organised tours that include the Sahara can use a visa on arrival at Algiers airport. Always confirm current rules with your nearest Algerian consulate.
Algeria requires a visa for most visitors. The standard route is a tourist visa obtained before travel at an Algerian consulate, normally supported by an invitation letter and confirmed bookings from a licensed operator.
For organised tours that include the Sahara (Djanet, the Tassili, Timimoun, the M’Zab…), the operator files your details in advance and the visa is issued on arrival at Algiers airport.
Requirements change, so always verify with your nearest Algerian consulate before booking flights. If you travel with us, we provide the documentation the consulate requires.
For the full process — documents, costs, timelines and why applications are refused — see our Algeria visa guide.
Key facts
| Most travellers | Visa required in advance |
| Typical requirement | Invitation / hotel or tour booking |
| Tours with a Sahara leg | Visa on arrival at Algiers airport |
| Confirm with | Algerian consulate |