Algeria Visa Requirements for French citizens in 2025

Last Updated: April 18, 2025, 2:18 p.m.

French Southern Territories

→

Algeria

1) E-Visa

French passport holders planning a visit to Algeria for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) must be acquired prior to entry. Explore our comprehensive guides on eVisas for more details.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

unknown

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

Further Notes

No further notes available.

Reference Links

https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=fr

General Information about Algeria

  • Name (Common): Algeria
  • Name (Official): People's Democratic Republic of Algeria
  • Population: 44700000
  • Area: 2381741
  • Capital: Algiers
  • Currency: Algerian dinar
  • Language: Arabic
  • Calling Code: +2
  • Region: Africa
  • Subregion: Northern Africa

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for French citizens. French Southern Territories passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for French citizens. French Southern Territories passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa.

Yes, French citizens can travel to Algeria, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in Algeria with E-Visa is unknown. French citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in Algeria can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Algeria in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
Travel Advisory for Algeria

Advisory Message: Algeria has a current risk level of 3 (out of 5). We advise: Use some caution when travelling Algeria.
Score: 3.0
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/algeria
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.