# Algeria visa for Nepali citizens

> Algeria visa for Nepali citizens. · Processing: 15–30 working days standard; 7–15 days for expedited cases. · Stay: Up to 30 days per entry (most grants); …

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Last updated: 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.
**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.
**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.
**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.
**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.
**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).
**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.
**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.

### Multi-Entry — 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.
**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.
**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.
**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 notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.
- 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.. Yatra's concierge tracks your application and notifies you on each status change.

## Frequently asked questions

### 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).

### Where is the Algeria embassy in 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.

### 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 online portal to apply for a Algeria visa?

Yes — apply online at 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).

### 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 help with a Algeria visa application?

Yes — Yatra provides end-to-end visa assistance for Algeria including document preparation, appointment booking, application review, and a PNR-backed dummy ticket (NPR 999) when the embassy requires proof of onward travel.

## 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)

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*Yatra (https://yatraforfun.com) provides end-to-end visa assistance for Nepali citizens — document review, embassy submission, dummy ticket (NPR 999) when proof of onward travel is required.*