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Do UAE passport holders need a visa to visit DZ?

Q: Does Algeria offer an eVisa for UAE citizens?

No. There is no operational Algerian eVisa for UAE ordinary passport holders. Algeria proposed expanding visa options in December 2024, but the standard route remains an embassy paper visa.

Q: Is visa on arrival available?

Only in a limited way - travelers on tours organized by an approved Algerian agency to designated southern (Sahara) provinces may get a visa on arrival for up to 30 days. It is not available for general arrivals at Algiers or other main airports.

Q: How much does the Algeria tourist visa cost?

The consular fee is roughly AED 250-350 depending on the number of entries and duration, paid in cash. Using a visa agency adds an extra service fee.

Q: How long does it take to get the visa?

Plan on about 7-15 business days, and 15-20 business days during Eid or summer peak periods. Apply well before booking non-refundable travel.

Q: What documents do I need?

A passport valid 6+ months, completed application forms, two photos, hotel booking or certificate of accommodation/invitation, proof of onward travel, proof of UAE residence, and the consular fee. An employer NOC and insurance are often required too.

Yes, UAE ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit Algeria. There is no visa-free entry, eVisa, or general visa on arrival - you must obtain a paper visa from the Algerian Embassy in Abu Dhabi before you travel. As of 31 May 2026, holders of an ordinary United Arab Emirates passport require a visa to enter Algeria for tourism or a short visit. The UAE is not on Algeria's short visa-exemption list (which currently covers only a handful of countries such as Tunisia, Libya, Malaysia, Mali, Mauritania, Seychelles and a few others). Algeria does not yet operate an eVisa for UAE nationals, and the limited visa-on-arrival channel applies only to travelers on tours organized by an approved Algerian travel agency to designated southern (Sahara) provinces - it is not available for general arrivals at airports like Algiers. The standard route is a traditional sticker/paper tourist visa applied for in person (or via an authorized agency) at the Embassy of Algeria in Abu Dhabi. Applicants need a passport valid at least six months, confirmed accommodation (hotel booking or certificate of accommodation/invitation), proof of onward travel, photos, and the consular fee. In December 2024 Algeria proposed expanding visa-on-arrival nationwide, but no confirmed operational change for independent UAE tourists has been documented, so travelers should plan on an embassy visa.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Embassy (consular) tourist visa - sticker in passport

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (per visa grant; duration set by the consulate)

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple entry (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

Approximately AED 250-350 consular fee (varies by entries/duration)

consular fee only

Processing time

About 7-15 business days (longer in peak periods)

standard track

Validity

Typically up to 90 days from issue to enter; stay as endorsed

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need an embassy visa

As a UAE ordinary passport holder you are not visa-exempt for Algeria and there is no eVisa for UAE nationals. Plan to apply at the Embassy of Algeria in Abu Dhabi before travel.

· Visa required· Apply in advance

/02

Gather your documents

Prepare passport (valid 6+ months), copies of the bio/data pages, two recent passport photos, completed application forms, hotel booking or certificate of accommodation/invitation, proof of onward/return travel, and proof of UAE residence.

· Passport 6 months· Accommodation proof

/03

Complete the application form

Fill the visa application form electronically and print the required copies. Some applicants also need an employer no-objection letter and, for certain nationalities, travel insurance.

· Printed forms· NOC if required

/04

Submit at the Algerian Embassy in Abu Dhabi

Lodge your application in person (or via an authorized agency) during application hours, typically Monday-Thursday mornings. Pay the consular fee in cash as set for your nationality, entries and duration.

· In-person submission· Cash fee

/05

Wait for processing

Allow roughly 7-15 business days, and longer around Eid and summer peaks. Do not book non-refundable travel until your visa is issued.

· 7-15 business days

/06

Collect passport and verify the visa

Pick up your passport during collection hours and check the validity, number of entries and authorized stay match your trip before flying.

· Check dates· Check entries

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

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UAE passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry date

required

Completed Algeria visa application form (printed copies)

required

Two recent passport-size photographs

required

Confirmed hotel booking or certificate of accommodation / invitation

required

Proof of onward or return travel (flight reservation)

required

Proof of UAE residence (Emirates ID / residence visa) if non-citizen resident

required

Consular visa fee in cash (approx. AED 250-350)

required

Employer no-objection letter (NOC)

recommended

Travel/medical insurance for the stay

recommended

No Israeli visas or stamps in the passport (entry may be refused)

recommended

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Consular tourist visa fee (single entry)approx. AED 250Paid in cash; exact amount set by nationality and duration

Consular tourist visa fee (multiple entry)approx. AED 350Higher for multiple-entry / longer validity

Authorized agency / service fee (optional)AED 150-400Only if you use a visa agency instead of applying yourself

Total estimateAED 250 — AED 750incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard embassy processing

7-15 business days

Apply in person at the Algerian Embassy in Abu Dhabi well ahead of travel.

Peak-period processing

15-20 business days

Around Eid and summer holidays processing can take longer; apply earlier.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

UAE is not on Algeria's visa-exempt list

Algeria's short visa-free list covers only a few countries (e.g. Tunisia, Libya, Malaysia, Mali, Mauritania, Seychelles); the UAE is not included for ordinary passports.

High

/02

No eVisa available for UAE nationals

Algeria has not rolled out an operational eVisa for UAE ordinary passport holders, so an embassy-issued paper visa is required.

High

/03

Visa on arrival is limited to organized southern tours

VOA up to 30 days applies only to approved-agency tours to southern (Sahara) provinces, not to general tourist arrivals.

Medium

/04

Accommodation and onward travel proof required

Applications must include a hotel booking or certificate of accommodation and proof of return/onward travel.

Medium

/05

Israel stamp restriction

Travelers may be refused entry if the passport contains Israeli visas or stamps.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

United Arab Emirates to Algeria route verified

Confirmed against Wikipedia visa policy/requirements pages, Sherpa and the Algerian Embassy in Abu Dhabi that UAE ordinary passport holders need an embassy-issued visa; no eVisa or general visa on arrival. Noted Algeria's December 2024 proposal to expand visa on arrival.

/09 — The questions