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Passport/Visa
Restricted entry Entry and transit is refused to holders of Israeli passports. Note It is no longer compulsory to import a specific amount of currency for each day of the intended stay. However, all foreign currency imported must be declared and receipts retained for inspection. Passports Passport valid for at least six months required by all. Visas Required by all except the following: (a) nationals of Malaysia, Mauritania, Seychelles and Syrian Arab Republic for stays of up to three months; (b) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft within 24 hours provided holding sufficient funds, onward and return documentation and not leaving the airport. If transit exceeds 24 hours, a transit permit for up to 48 hours has to be obtained from airport authorities. Note: Children under 15 years of age travelling on their parents’ passports do not need a visa, although a letter of authorisation is required from the parents or guardian. Types of visa and cost Tourist, Business and Transit. The cost varies according to nationality. For British passport holders the costs are: Single-entry: 28; Multiple-entry: 35 (90 days). Contact the Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy) for details; see Contact Addresses section. Validity Tourist: approximately 30 days. Transit: maximum 48 hours. Business: up to 90 days. Application to: Consulate (see Contact Addresses section). Application to Consulate (see Contact Addresses section). Application requirements (a) Two completed application forms. (b) Two passport-size photos. (c) Passport valid for six months. (d) Fee. (e) Letter from current UK employer (and photocopy). (f) Pre-paid recorded delivery envelope for postal applications. Tourist: (a)-(f) and, (g) Letter of invitation from an Algerian national or a hotel booking. Business: (a)-(f) and, (g) Letter of invitation from the sponsoring company. Working days required At least three, 10 in peak periods and for postal applications. Express service available. For some nationals it might take longer depending on whether the application needs to be referred to Algeria. Temporary residence Apply to the authorities in Algeria. |