# Algeria visa for Nepali citizens

> Algeria visa for Nepali citizens: tourist & e-visa requirements, fees, processing time. Apply online with Yatra For Fun.

Nepali passport holders visiting Algeria as tourists use the Tourist Visa. Visa fee: USD 100 (single ≤30 days) / USD 160 (multi ≤30 days) / USD 130 (single ≤90 days) / USD 200 (multi ≤90 days). Processing time: 15–30 working days standard. Apply through Embassy of Algeria New Delhi.

- **Visa route (tourist):** Visa required
- **Canonical page:** https://yatraforfun.com/visa/algeria
- **Last reviewed:** 2026-05-04

## Embassy / mission

- **Mission:** Embassy of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
- **Address:** E-6/8, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110057, India
- **Phone:** +91 11 2614 1422, +91 11 2614 1423
- **Email:** embassy.newdelhi@mfa.gov.dz, consulate.newdelhi@mfa.gov.dz
- **Hours:** Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00; consular section Sun–Thu 09:30–12:30 by appointment only (note: Algerian embassies follow Sunday–Thursday working week aligned with Algeria, NOT Mon–Fri).
- **Application centre:** Embassy of Algeria New Delhi (paper sticker intake) + VFS Global Algeria India where applicable — Lodge in person at Embassy of Algeria, E-6/8 Vasant Vihar (paper sticker visa — Algeria has no e-Visa system as of 2026). Some intake routes via VFS Global Algeria India centres in major Indian cities — confirm applicable centre on visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/dza. There is no Algerian visa application centre, VFS partner, or honorary consul in Kathmandu — Nepali applicants must travel for biometric capture + interview.
- **Online portal:** https://www.mfa.gov.dz/services-for-foreigners/entry-visa-to-algeria — Algerian MFA visa-policy hub · https://newdelhi.mfa.gov.dz — Embassy of Algeria in New Delhi · https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/dza/visa-type — VFS Global Algeria India (intake partner)
- **Payment:** Visa fees in INR Demand Draft (Indian Rupees, drawn at Embassy Algeria New Delhi — payable to "Embassy of Algeria New Delhi") OR USD cash equivalent. Inside Algeria, DZD (Algerian dinar) cash / card at the Direction Générale de la Sûreté Nationale (DGSN) for residence-card fees (Carte de Résident).

## Visa categories

### Tourist — Tourist Visa

**Purpose:** Tourism, sightseeing, holiday — short-stay leisure travel within Algeria.
**Stay duration:** Up to 30 days per entry (most grants); up to 90 days for documented itineraries.
**Validity:** Single, double, or multiple-entry; validity 30 days to 1 year (tourist).
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Fee:** USD 100 (single ≤30 days) / USD 160 (multi ≤30 days) / USD 130 (single ≤90 days) / USD 200 (multi ≤90 days). Children <14 reduced rate.
**Processing time:** 15–30 working days standard; 7–15 days for expedited cases.
**How to apply:** In person at Embassy of Algeria New Delhi (E-6/8 Vasant Vihar) — by prior appointment. NO online lodgement; paper sticker visa applied to passport on collection.
**Financial requirement:** USD 50 per day of stay minimum (Algerian-prescribed level) — NPR-equivalent in bank statements covering last 3 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.

**Required documents:**

- Nepali passport bio-page (6+ months validity beyond intended departure + 2 blank pages)
- Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old) — 2 copies
- Algerian visa application form (downloaded from newdelhi.mfa.gov.dz) — completed in French OR English
- Bank statements (last 3 months, USD 50/day equivalent)
- Confirmed return ticket (or full itinerary with onward flight)
- Hotel booking confirmation OR voucher from Algerian licensed tour operator
- Travel medical insurance + repatriation-of-remains coverage (mandatory under Decree 14-275) — minimum coverage USD 30,000
- Cover letter explaining purpose + day-by-day itinerary (preferably in French)
- Travel from Nepal to Embassy Algeria New Delhi (Vasant Vihar) for in-person submission
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Algerian tourism is concentrated around Algiers (capital), Oran (coastal), Constantine (Roman ruins), Tipaza UNESCO sites, the Sahara (Tassili n'Ajjer / Hoggar — requires special Sahara permit), and Mediterranean beaches.
- Sahara region travel requires a specific Sahara permit issued by Algerian Wilaya (province) — apply with detailed itinerary + Algerian licensed-guide reservation.
- Common refusal patterns for Nepal: weak ties, low bank balance, vague itinerary, lack of Algerian-licensed-tour-operator voucher.

### Business — Business Visa

**Purpose:** Business meetings, negotiations, conferences, trade missions, after-sales support — no employment in Algeria.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry; multi-entry visas allow accumulated stays.
**Validity:** Single, double, or multiple-entry; up to 1 year for established business profiles.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Fee:** USD 130 (single) / USD 250 (multi-entry up to 1 year).
**Processing time:** 15–30 working days; expedited 7–15 days for verified business profiles.
**How to apply:** Embassy of Algeria New Delhi.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo, application form (in French or English)
- Mission letter from Nepali employer / company OR invitation letter from Algerian partner (signed + sealed by host company; NIF Algerian tax ID; addressed to Embassy Algeria New Delhi)
- Algerian inviter's commercial registration ("Registre du Commerce") + NIF tax ID
- Confirmed return ticket
- Hotel booking
- Travel insurance + repatriation coverage
- In-person submission at Embassy New Delhi
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental — For business travellers, the Business bundle below is the most relevant.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.

### Transit — Transit Visa

**Purpose:** Transit through Algerian territory (commonly Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport ALG) en route to a third country.
**Stay duration:** Up to 7 days per entry.
**Validity:** Single or double-entry; up to 90 days.
**Entries:** Single or Double.
**Fee:** USD 70 (single) / USD 100 (double).
**Processing time:** 15 working days standard.
**How to apply:** Embassy of Algeria New Delhi.

**Required documents:**

- Passport (6+ months validity)
- Visa for next destination (or visa-free entitlement proof)
- Confirmed onward ticket within 7 days of arrival
- Brief travel itinerary
- Photo

**Notes:**
- Algerian airport-transit (without leaving the international zone of ALG) is generally permitted for Nepalis without a Transit Visa for layovers <24 hours — but verify with the airline before booking.
- For layovers > 24 hours OR for plans involving leaving the airport, apply for a Transit Visa.

### Medical — Medical Treatment Visa

**Purpose:** Receive medical treatment / consultation in Algeria, or accompany a patient.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per 180; renewable inside Algeria for longer treatment.
**Validity:** Per treatment plan.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Fee:** USD 130 (single) / USD 200 (multi).
**Processing time:** Variable; urgent cases expedited (7–15 days); non-urgent 15–30 days.
**How to apply:** Embassy of Algeria New Delhi.

**Required documents:**

- Letter from Algerian treating doctor / hospital with treatment plan + estimated costs + duration (in French)
- Financial undertaking (bank statements showing USD-equivalent of treatment cost + living costs)
- Nepali medical reports (notarised French / Arabic translations + legalisation chain Nepal MoFA -> Indian MEA -> Embassy Algeria New Delhi)
- Referral letter from Nepali doctor
- Passport, photo, application form
- Algeria-valid health insurance + repatriation coverage
- Accommodation arrangements in Algeria
- Return ticket
- Escort relationship proof (if accompanying patient) *(conditional)*
- ANY ONE income bundle (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Algiers hospitals commonly used by international patients: Centre Hospitalo-Universitaire Mustapha Pacha, Clinique Chahid Mahmoudi, Hôpital Mohamed Lamine Debaghine.
- For treatment > 90 days, switch to Type D inside Algeria via DGSN — apply for Carte de Résident on medical grounds within 30 days of arrival.

### Family Visit — Family Visa

**Purpose:** Visit immediate family of Algerian citizens (spouse, parents, children) for family reunification.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per visit (family-visit sub-track); long-stay family reunion converts to Carte de Résident on arrival.
**Validity:** Single, double, or multiple-entry; up to 1 year.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Fee:** USD 100 (single) / USD 160 (multi).
**Processing time:** 15–30 working days.
**How to apply:** Embassy of Algeria New Delhi.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo, application form
- Invitation letter from Algerian host (notarised at Algerian notary, registered at Wilaya office where host resides)
- Host's Algerian passport / Carte d'Identité Nationale Biométrique copy
- Proof of relationship (family-tree certificate, birth/marriage certs translated to French + legalised through Nepal MoFA -> Indian MEA -> Embassy Algeria New Delhi)
- Host's accommodation proof (lease / property deed)
- Algeria-valid travel insurance + repatriation coverage
- Return ticket
- ANY ONE income bundle
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

### Student — Study Visa

**Purpose:** Full-time study at an Algerian higher education institution accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research / language course / approved exchange.
**Stay duration:** 90 days entry stay -> convert to Carte de Résident pour Études (Residence Card, study basis) at Wilaya for course duration on arrival.
**Validity:** Type D study 90 days; residence card aligned to course end.
**Entries:** Multiple (after residence card issued).
**Fee:** USD 130 (Type D study) + DZD-denominated Carte de Résident fee in-country at DGSN.
**Processing time:** 30–60 working days for Type D study; residence card decision 60 days post-arrival.
**How to apply:** Embassy of Algeria New Delhi after receiving Lettre d'Acceptation from Algerian university -> Carte de Résident at DGSN within 30 days of arrival.
**Financial requirement:** USD 200/month (Algerian student maintenance level) + tuition (often free for foreign students under bilateral agreements; otherwise USD 1,500–4,000/year) + return airfare. Bank statements 6+ months OR sponsor affidavit + sponsor income.

**Required documents:**

- Lettre d'Acceptation from Algerian university (Ministry of Higher Education sealed)
- Tuition payment receipt (or first-year instalment) OR scholarship confirmation letter (bilateral / Algerian state)
- Algeria-valid health insurance + repatriation
- Passport, photo, application form (in French)
- Academic transcripts (SLC/SEE + 10+2 + Bachelor's) — French / Arabic translations + legalisation chain
- French / Arabic language proficiency proof (TCF / DELF / DALF for French; Algerian-Arabic standard for Arabic-medium tracks)
- Evidence of funds (bank statements 6+ months, education-loan sanction, sponsor affidavit)
- Source-of-funds explanation
- Nepal Police Clearance (legalised through Nepal MoFA -> Indian MEA -> Algerian Embassy)
- Health certificate from Nepal panel doctor + HIV test
- Travel from Nepal to Embassy New Delhi for submission
- ANY ONE income bundle for sponsor
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Type D study visa holders MUST register at DGSN within 30 days of arrival to obtain Carte de Résident pour Études (Residence Card — study basis).
- Algerian higher education is primarily in French + Arabic — Nepali applicants typically need at least DELF B1 French proficiency.
- Most Nepali applicants targeting Algerian universities (rare but growing) focus on University of Algiers, USTHB (University of Sciences and Technology Houari Boumediene), University of Oran 1.

### Work — Work Visa (Permanent)

**Purpose:** Employment in Algeria on the basis of a Temporary Work Authorization (Autorisation de Travail Temporaire — ATT) cleared by the Algerian Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security + employment contract + employer commitment to repatriate.
**Stay duration:** 90 days entry stay -> 1-year Carte de Résident (work basis), renewable.
**Validity:** Type D work 90 days; residence card per employment agreement.
**Entries:** Multiple.
**Fee:** USD 250 (Type D work) + DZD-denominated work-permit + residence-card fees (employer-borne typically).
**Processing time:** Full pathway from Nepal: 6–10 months. Step-by-step: (1) Algerian employer obtains ATT from Ministry of Labour — 60–90 days; (2) migrant lodges Type D work at Embassy New Delhi with ATT + contract attached — 30 days; (3) Carte de Résident at DGSN within 30 days of arrival.
**How to apply:** Two-step pre-arrival: ATT from Ministry of Labour + Type D at Embassy New Delhi.
**Eligibility:** Specific job offer from Algerian employer; employer obtains ATT BEFORE migrant applies for Type D — labour-market test required (Algerian / AMU candidates checked first); relevant qualifications / experience; clean character + health.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo
- Algerian Autorisation de Travail Temporaire (ATT) issued to the Algerian employer for the migrant by name
- Employment contract signed by both parties (Algerian Labour Code-compliant)
- Employer commitment to repatriate the foreign worker at end of employment relationship
- CV + qualifications (notarised French / Arabic translations + legalisation chain)
- Proof of professional experience (3+ years typical; some sectors waived for hydrocarbons / specialised oil-and-gas)
- Nepal Police Clearance + every country lived 12+ months in last 10 years (all legalised)
- Health certificate from Nepal panel doctor + HIV test (mandatory for all Type D)
- Algeria-valid health insurance + repatriation
- Travel from Nepal to Embassy New Delhi
- ANY ONE income bundle (settlement-funds proof)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Common Nepali sectors: hydrocarbons / oil-and-gas (Hassi Messaoud Sahara fields, Skikda LNG complex — Sonatrach + JVs with ENI / BP / Equinor employ Indian + Nepali engineers + technicians, USD 1,500–5,000/month); construction (Algiers / Oran infrastructure — USD 800–1,500/month); Algerian Sonelgaz / national-grid contracts.
- Permanent residence eligible after 7 continuous years on Carte de Résident; Algerian citizenship after 7 more years (14 total) under Algerian Nationality Law.

### Other route — Temporary Work Visa

**Purpose:** Short-term employment in Algeria (≤ 90 days per assignment) — typically for project-based engineering / consultancy / installation contracts. Common for Nepali oil-and-gas technicians on rotational deployments.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry; multi-entry visas for rotational deployments.
**Validity:** Single, double, or multiple-entry; up to 1 year for rotational profiles.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Fee:** USD 200 (multi-entry up to 1 year).
**Processing time:** 15–30 working days.
**How to apply:** Embassy of Algeria New Delhi.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo, application form
- Mission / contract letter from Algerian client / employer (specifying ≤ 90-day project scope)
- CV + technical qualifications
- Project documentation
- Confirmed return ticket
- Algeria-valid health insurance + repatriation
- ANY ONE income bundle
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Particularly common for Nepali oil-and-gas technicians on Sonatrach + JV rotational deployments (28-on / 28-off cycles at Hassi Messaoud / Hassi R'Mel / In Salah Sahara fields).
- Employer commitment to repatriate at end of project remains a mandatory document.

### Religious — Cultural / Press / Journalism Visa

**Purpose:** Cultural exchanges, journalism / press coverage, scientific research, sports events — short-stay non-tourist purposes.
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per entry.
**Validity:** Single, double, or multiple-entry.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Fee:** USD 100 (single) / USD 160 (multi). Diplomatic / official passports may be exempt.
**Processing time:** 15–30 working days.
**How to apply:** Embassy of Algeria New Delhi; for journalism / press, additional accreditation from Algerian Ministry of Communication required.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo, application form
- Sponsor / inviting Algerian institution letter (cultural body, sports federation, government office, university, media outlet — registered in Algeria)
- For journalism / press: Algerian Ministry of Communication accreditation *(conditional)*
- Event / programme schedule
- Cover letter from Nepali sending institution
- Algeria-valid travel insurance + repatriation
- Return ticket + accommodation

**Notes:**
- Press / journalism visa requires explicit accreditation from Algerian Ministry of Communication — standard tourist visa is NOT acceptable for journalism activities.
- Sahara photography / filming requires additional permits from Wilaya offices.

### Retirement — Long-Stay Resident (Carte de Résident)

**Purpose:** Long-term residence in Algeria — typically converted from Type D study / work / family visas; direct retirement-residence pathway is limited (no formal Algerian retirement / golden visa).
**Stay duration:** 1-year Carte de Résident, renewable; permanent residence (Carte de Résident permanente) after 7 continuous years.
**Validity:** Per residence basis.
**Entries:** Multiple.
**Fee:** DZD-denominated residence-card fees at DGSN (in-country).
**Processing time:** 30–60 days at DGSN post-arrival.
**How to apply:** In-country at DGSN (Direction Générale de la Sûreté Nationale) — Wilaya-level office of residence.
**Eligibility:** Type D entry visa (study / work / family / investor) + DGSN registration within 30 days of arrival. No specific Algerian "retirement visa" — pensioners typically use family-visa track (sponsor: Algerian-citizen family member) or business-investor track.

**Required documents:**

- Type D entry visa (any qualifying basis)
- Algerian accommodation proof (lease / property deed)
- Bank deposits / income proof aligned to residence basis
- Health certificate
- ANY ONE income bundle
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Algeria does NOT offer a formal Golden Visa or retirement-visa programme as of 2026 — long-term residence is granted only via established Type D pathways (study, work, family, investment).
- Investment-based residence requires Algerian Investment Promotion Agency (ANDI) approval for the underlying business + minimum DZD 50M investment in qualifying sectors.
- After 7 continuous years on Carte de Résident: eligible for Carte de Résident permanente (10-year renewable). Algerian citizenship eligible after 7 more years (14 total) plus Arabic-language proficiency.

## Important general notes

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Where this page's destination notes ask for an apostille or a specific translator, follow those notes; otherwise a translation notarised by a Notary Public is the usual standard.
- Income proof for Algerian visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — no need to submit all four. Pick the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Nepali ordinary passport holders MUST apply for an Algerian visa BEFORE travel. There is NO e-Visa system as of 2026 (planned but not launched), NO visa-on-arrival for tourist purposes, and NO visa-waiver agreement. ONLY paper sticker visas issued by Algerian consulates.
- There is NO Algerian embassy, consulate, or VFS centre in Kathmandu. ALL Nepali applicants must travel to Embassy of Algeria New Delhi (E-6/8 Vasant Vihar) for biometric capture and visa interview.
- Algerian embassies operate on a Sunday–Thursday working week (aligned with Algeria), NOT the standard Mon–Fri Indian schedule. Plan VFS / embassy appointments accordingly.
- Algeria is NOT in the EU or Schengen — Algerian visas do NOT confer Schengen entry, and Schengen visas do not provide visa-free access to Algeria.
- Algerian Foreigners Act (Law 08-11 of 25 June 2008, consolidated through 2023 amendments) — primary domestic legislation governing entry, stay, and residence cards. Decree 03-251 sets visa-fee schedule.
- Standard visa fees (consolidated 2024): Tourist single entry ≤30 days USD 100 / multi-entry ≤30 days USD 160 / single ≤90 days USD 130 / multi ≤90 days USD 200. Business multi-entry up to 1 year USD 250. Work / Study / Family Type D fees per category.
- Working week in Algeria: Sunday–Thursday (Friday + Saturday off). Plan business meetings + government appointments around this calendar.
- Common Nepali sectors in Algeria: hydrocarbons / oil-and-gas (Hassi Messaoud Sahara fields, Skikda LNG complex — Algeria is OPEC member, ~9% of European gas supply; Indian / Nepali engineers + technicians employed by Sonatrach, ENI, BP, Eni-Sonatrach JVs), construction (Algiers / Oran / Constantine infrastructure projects), Algerian Sonelgaz / national-grid contracts.
- Travel insurance + repatriation coverage is MANDATORY for Algerian visa applications under Decree 14-275 — must explicitly mention coverage in Algeria + repatriation-of-remains.
- Always disclose prior visa refusals (any country) — non-disclosure under Article 11 of Law 08-11 is grounds for refusal + future-application bar.
- Algerian Arabic + Berber are official languages; French is widely used in business + administration. Documents may need French (preferred) or Arabic translations rather than English — confirm with Embassy New Delhi at appointment booking.
- Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — but Algeria is NOT a party to the Hague Apostille Convention. Nepal-issued public documents must therefore be legalised through the Algerian-specific chain: Nepal MoFA -> Indian MEA (since Algeria has no embassy in Kathmandu) -> Algerian Embassy New Delhi.

## How to apply (4 steps)

1. **Confirm Algeria visa eligibility** — Check that your Nepali passport qualifies for the visa type you need (Tourist, Business, Transit, Medical). Diplomatic / official passport holders may have different rules.
2. **Gather supporting documents** — Prepare: Nepali passport bio-page (6+ months validity beyond intended departure + 2 blank pages); Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old) — 2 copies; Algerian visa application form (downloaded from newdelhi.mfa.gov.dz) — completed in French OR English; Bank statements (last 3 months, USD 50/day equivalent); Confirmed return ticket (or full itinerary with onward flight); Hotel booking confirmation OR voucher from Algerian licensed tour operator.
3. **Submit at Embassy of Algeria New Delhi (paper sticker intake) + VFS Global Algeria India where applicable** — In person at Embassy of Algeria New Delhi (E-6/8 Vasant Vihar) — by prior appointment. NO online lodgement; paper sticker visa applied to passport on collection.
4. **Track and collect** — Processing typically takes 15–30 working days standard; 7–15 days for expedited cases. Collect your passport or e-visa as the embassy or visa centre instructs.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Algeria as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Algeria for tourism use the Tourist Visa, which allows a stay of up to 30 days per entry (most grants); up to 90 days for documented itineraries.

### How much is the Algeria tourist visa fee for Nepali citizens?

USD 100 (single ≤30 days) / USD 160 (multi ≤30 days) / USD 130 (single ≤90 days) / USD 200 (multi ≤90 days). Children <14 reduced rate. Fees change, so confirm the current amount at https://www.mfa.gov.dz/services-for-foreigners/entry-visa-to-algeria before paying (last reviewed 2026-05-04).

### How long does a Algeria tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

15–30 working days standard; 7–15 days for expedited cases.

### What bank balance is required for a Algeria visa?

USD 50 per day of stay minimum (Algerian-prescribed level) — NPR-equivalent in bank statements covering last 3 months. Plus property / business / employment ties demonstrating intent to return to Nepal.

### How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Algeria on a tourist visa?

Up to 30 days per entry (most grants); up to 90 days for documented itineraries (Tourist Visa).

### Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Algeria tourist visa?

In person at Embassy of Algeria New Delhi (E-6/8 Vasant Vihar) — by prior appointment. NO online lodgement; paper sticker visa applied to passport on collection.

### What documents are required for a Algeria tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Nepali passport bio-page (6+ months validity beyond intended departure + 2 blank pages); Recent passport-size photo (35×45 mm, white background, < 6 months old) — 2 copies; Algerian visa application form (downloaded from newdelhi.mfa.gov.dz) — completed in French OR English; Bank statements (last 3 months, USD 50/day equivalent); Confirmed return ticket (or full itinerary with onward flight); Hotel booking confirmation OR voucher from Algerian licensed tour operator; Travel medical insurance + repatriation-of-remains coverage (mandatory under Decree 14-275) — minimum coverage USD 30,000; Cover letter explaining purpose + day-by-day itinerary (preferably in French).

### Which Algeria mission handles visa applications from Nepal?

Embassy of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal), E-6/8, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110057, India. Phone: +91 11 2614 1422. Applications are lodged at Embassy of Algeria New Delhi (paper sticker intake) + VFS Global Algeria India where applicable, Lodge in person at Embassy of Algeria, E-6/8 Vasant Vihar (paper sticker visa — Algeria has no e-Visa system as of 2026). Some intake routes via VFS Global Algeria India centres in major Indian cities — confirm applicable centre on visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/dza. There is no Algerian visa application centre, VFS partner, or honorary consul in Kathmandu — Nepali applicants must travel for biometric capture + interview.

### Can Nepali citizens apply for a Algeria business visa?

Yes — Business Visa. Business meetings, negotiations, conferences, trade missions, after-sales support — no employment in Algeria. Processing: 15–30 working days; expedited 7–15 days for verified business profiles.

### Is there an official online portal for the Algeria visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://www.mfa.gov.dz/services-for-foreigners/entry-visa-to-algeria.

### How is the Algeria visa fee paid?

Visa fees in INR Demand Draft (Indian Rupees, drawn at Embassy Algeria New Delhi — payable to "Embassy of Algeria New Delhi") OR USD cash equivalent. Inside Algeria, DZD (Algerian dinar) cash / card at the Direction Générale de la Sûreté Nationale (DGSN) for residence-card fees (Carte de Résident).

### Can Yatra For Fun help with a Algeria visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Algeria visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

## Sources

- https://www.mfa.gov.dz/services-for-foreigners/entry-visa-to-algeria — Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa-policy hub
- https://newdelhi.mfa.gov.dz — Embassy of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria in New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
- https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/dza/visa-type — VFS Global Algeria India (intake partner where applicable)
- Algerian Law 08-11 of 25 June 2008 (consolidated 2023) — Foreigners Act governing entry, stay, movement, and residence
- Algerian Decree 03-251 — visa-fee schedule (USD-denominated)
- Algerian Decree 14-275 — mandatory travel insurance + repatriation coverage for all visa applicants
- Algeria is NOT in the EU or Schengen — independent visa regime aligned with Arab Maghreb Union (AMU)
- Algerian working week: Sunday–Thursday (aligned with Algeria); Friday + Saturday off — embassies in Muslim-majority routes follow this calendar
- Algeria is NOT a party to the Hague Apostille Convention — Nepali public documents must be legalised through Nepal MoFA -> Indian MEA -> Algerian Embassy New Delhi (no apostille shortcut despite Nepal's March 2024 Hague accession)
- Algeria has no e-Visa system as of 2026 (planned but not launched) — all visas are paper sticker visas issued by Algerian consulates
- Algerian residence pathway: 7 continuous years on Carte de Résident -> Carte de Résident permanente; Algerian citizenship after 14 years total + Arabic-language proficiency
- Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention 14 March 2024 — does NOT apply to Algerian-bound documents (Algeria not a party)

## Related

- All visa guides for Nepali citizens: https://yatraforfun.com/visa
- Dummy flight ticket for visa files: https://yatraforfun.com/dummy-ticket

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*Yatra For Fun (https://yatraforfun.com) helps Nepali citizens prepare visa files over WhatsApp — the embassy or visa centre makes the decision — and sells reservation documents for visa files: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.*