UK ordinary passport holders need a tourist visa before traveling to Algeria. There is no general eVisa or visa on arrival; you must apply in advance through the Algerian Consulate in London. British citizens holding an ordinary passport require a visa to enter Algeria for tourism. The visa must be obtained in advance from the Consulate General of Algeria in London (in person or by post), and Algeria does not currently operate a general electronic visa system for UK nationals. A limited tourist visa on arrival is available at certain airports only for travelers whose itinerary is mostly in southern Algeria and who book through an approved local travel agency, so it is not a reliable route for most short visits. The passport must be valid for at least six months and contain at least two blank pages, and it must be free of Israeli entry or exit stamps. The standard tourist visa fee is GBP 85, with processing of around 10 working days for in-person applications (longer by post). The total time in Algeria is capped at 180 days per year. Overstaying is treated seriously and can lead to detention and prosecution. This guidance was verified on 2026-05-31 against GOV.UK foreign travel advice and the Algerian Consulate in London.
Tourist visa (sticker, applied in advance at consulate)
最长停留
Per duration granted on visa; max 180 days per year in Algeria
每次入境
入境次数
Single or multiple entry (as granted)
自签发日起
签证费
GBP 85 (tourist visa)
仅领事费
办理时间
About 10 working days (in person); 15+ days by post
常规通道
有效期
As stated on visa; passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
自签发日起
/02 — 办理流程
如何申请
/01
Confirm you need a visa
UK ordinary passport holders must obtain an Algerian tourist visa in advance. There is no general eVisa; visa on arrival is only for approved southern tour packages.
· Visa required· Apply before travel
/02
Gather supporting documents
Prepare your passport, photos, hotel/accommodation proof, return ticket, proof of funds, and employment or income evidence.
· Documents
/03
Complete the application forms
Fill in two copies of the Algerian visa application form, sign and date them, and attach a recent photo to each.
· Two forms· Two photos
/04
Submit to the Algerian Consulate in London
Apply in person or by post through the Consulate General of Algeria in London. Only UK residents are processed there.
· Consulate London· In person or post
/05
Pay the visa fee
Pay GBP 85 by cash or postal order made payable to the Consulate of Algeria. Cards and cheques are not accepted.
· GBP 85· Cash or postal order
/06
Collect passport and check the stamp
Allow about 10 working days (longer by post). Verify the visa validity, stay duration, and entry type before you travel.
· ~10 working days
/03 — 材料清单
所需材料
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必需Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank pages
护照原件；按要求保留空白页和剩余有效期
required
必需Passport free of any Israeli entry or exit stamps
护照原件；按要求保留空白页和剩余有效期
required
必需Two completed, signed and dated visa application forms
官方表格；按要求在线提交或打印后签名
required
必需Two recent passport-size photographs (name in pencil on back)
按官方尺寸、背景和拍摄时限提供原件或电子照片
required
必需Hotel booking or accommodation certificate legalised by an Algerian town hall
与申请停留日期一致的订单、行程单或确认函
required
必需Return or onward travel ticket
与申请停留日期一致的订单、行程单或确认函
required
必需Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
银行流水、存款、收入或资产证明，姓名和日期需清晰
required
必需Employment letter or evidence of income/activity
按官方来源或受理机构要求提供清晰扫描件、电子件或原件
required
必需Visa fee in cash or postal order (GBP 85)
按官方来源或受理机构要求提供清晰扫描件、电子件或原件
required
建议Copies of passport bio page and any visa/stamp pages
Tourist visa feeGBP 85Cash or postal order payable to the Consulate of Algeria
Postal returnGBP 5-10Optional special delivery return postage if applying by post
PhotosGBP 6-12Two passport-size photographs
总计估算GBP 85 — GBP 110含全部
/05 — 办理时间
办理时间
In-person at consulate
About 10 working days
Submit at the Consulate General of Algeria in London; standard processing window.
By post
15 working days or more
Postal applications take longer; allow extra time around summer, New Year, Ramadan and Eid.
/06 — 拒签风险
常见拒签原因
按频率
/01
No general eVisa or visa-waiver for UK nationals
Algeria does not offer an electronic visa or visa-free entry to British citizens; a consular visa must be obtained before travel.
High
/02
Visa on arrival is restricted
VOA is available only at certain airports for travelers whose itinerary is mostly in the south and who book an approved local agency, so it is not reliable for general tourism.
Medium
/03
Documentary requirements are strict
Accommodation proof, return ticket, proof of funds and income evidence are all required and must be provided up front.
Medium
/04
Israeli stamps cause refusal
A passport containing Israeli entry or exit stamps will not be accepted for an Algerian visa.
Low
/05
Overstays are penalised heavily
Overstaying can lead to detention at the airport and prosecution, with up to 3 months in prison.
Low
/07 — 抵达之后
落地后须知
/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 — 政策历史
政策变更记录
自 2024 年起
2026-05-30 · 重大
United Kingdom to Algeria route verified
Confirmed visa-required status against GOV.UK foreign travel advice and the Consulate General of Algeria in London. No general eVisa; tourist visa fee GBP 85; visa on arrival limited to approved southern tours.
/09 — 常见问题
常见问题
Can a UK passport holder get an Algeria visa on arrival?—
Only in limited cases: at some airports for travelers whose itinerary is mostly in southern Algeria and who have booked through an approved local travel agency. For most tourism you must obtain a visa in advance from the consulate.