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ALGERIA
*please see the additional info section below*

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WALK-IN AND SHIPPING ADDRESS
4301 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 104
Arlington, Virginia 22203

Customer Service
Mon- Fri 10:00 am - 5:00pm
Sat 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Office 703-524-1808
Toll Free 1-855-559-VISA(8472)

TOURIST- US and Non-US Citizens

1. Valid and Signed Passport Passport must have one blank visa page and be valid 6 months beyond stay.
 - Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for visas
  • RENEW PASSPORT
  • ADD PAGES
2. Photographs
Two recent passport type photos, in color, on photo paper, front view and with a white background
- Size  2x2
photo_composition.pdf
File Size: 217 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

3. Visa Application Form
Two visa applications, must be typed- HANDWRITTEN forms will not be accepted. USE ALL CAPS 
- Applications not completed properly may cause a delay in the issuance of the visa
- If a field is not applicable- put N/A or None
-Both applications MUST have original signatures

Download Application here:
algeria_visa.pdf
File Size: 188 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

4. Travel Itinerary
Itinerary from your airline or travel agency indicating the following
- Applicants Name
- Dates of
travel(to and from country)

It is recommended that you do not purchase or confirm any tickets until the visa has been issued. 
5. Hotel Confirmation
Copy of your hotel confirmation is required


6. Letter of Invitation
Families and Friends that are visiting Algeria must submit the original letter of invitation from their host in Algeria and notarized at the city hall of the place of residence of your Algerian host. Scanned invitations or faxes not accepted
7. Visa Work Order
The work order is our internal form that
includes your basic info as well as your travel and shipping specifics

Download Form here:
2022_sc_passport_work_order_copy.pdf
File Size: 478 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

8. Non-US Citizen
Please submit a clear copy of your green card or US Visa and copy of I-94
- B1/B2 US Tourist Visa is not a valid option
- You may print the electronic version of your I-94 by following this link:
 https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/
NEXT STEPS........
1. Gather your passport, documents, and send them to us via UPS, DHL, or FEDEX.  (We recommend a courier that allows you to track the package).

2. Once we receive your package, we will verify the documents and submit them to the appropriate Consulate.  (Should we need any additional clarification or documents, you can be sure that we will contact you).

FEES

Processing Time    

5-10 Business Days 
Attempt at less than 5 days

**Applications can not be submitted on Fridays, do not count Friday as a processing day

Period of stay

Single/Multiple

Single/Multiple

Validity

Per application
Per application

SC Fee

$295.00
$295.00

Embassy Fee

$165.00
$165.00
* Passports holders with Israeli Stamps will not be allowed to enter Algeria
*The Algeria business visa is usually valid for entry for specific dates according to your application.

BUSINESS- US and Non-US Citizens

1. Valid and Signed Passport Passport must have one blank visa
page and be valid 6 months beyond stay.
- Amendment pages in
the back of the passport are not suitable for visas
 
  • RENEW PASSPORT
  • ADD PAGES
2. Photographs
Two recent passport type photos, in color, on
photo paper, front view and with a white background
- Size  2x2
photo_composition.pdf
File Size: 217 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

3. Visa Application Form
Two visa applications, must be typed- HANDWRITTEN forms will not be accepted,USE ALL CAPS 
- Applications not
completed properly may cause a delay in the issuance of the visa

- If a field is not applicable- put N/A or None
-Both applications MUST have original signatures

Download Application here:
algeria_visa.pdf
File Size: 188 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

4. Business Letter- US Entity
Letter from US Company or Organization- the signature must be original and the letter must be on company letterhead.
- Nature of Business to be performed
-Name and Address of your reference that will be visited
-Dates of intended visit
-Guarantee of return transportation and financial guarantee for the visit

- Signed by an officer or manager(not to be signed by visa applicant)
Download Sample:
us_business_letter.pdf
File Size: 45 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

5. Invitation Letter
Original Letter of invitation on letterhead from a host company or organization in Algeria. Invitation should detail intended dates of arrival and departure from the country, your name and passport number, and request any special visa conditions (Multiple Entries visa) if required. Invitation
letter must bear the ORIGINAL signature of the person duly appointed. Please
note that all documents that are scanned or sent by fax or email will NOT be
accepted.

6. Travel Itinerary
Itinerary from your airline or travel agency indicating the following
- Applicants Name
- Dates of travel (to and from country)

It is recommended that you do not purchase or confirm any tickets until the visa has been issued. 
7. Yellow Fever Vaccination
Not needed as a core requirement
8. Visa Work Order
The work order is our internal form that includes your basic info as well as your travel and shipping 
specifications

Download Form here:
2022_sc_passport_work_order_copy.pdf
File Size: 478 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

9. Non-US Citizen
Please submit a clear copy of your green card or US Visa and copy of I-94
- B1/B2 US Tourist Visa is not a valid option
- You may print the electronic version of your I-94 by following this
link:
https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/
NEXT STEPS........
1. Gather your passport,
documents, and send them to us via UPS, DHL, or FEDEX.
  (We recommend a
courier that allows you to track the package).

2.
Once we receive your package, we will verify the documents and submit
them to the appropriate Consulate.
  (Should we need any additional
clarification or documents, you can be sure that we will contact you). 

FEES

Processing Time

5-10 Business Days
Attempt at less than 5 days

**Applications can not be submitted on Fridays, do not count Friday as a
processing day

Period of stay

Single/Multiple
Single/Multiple

Validity

Per application
Per application

SC Fee

$295.00
$295.00

Embassy Fee

$165.00
$165.00
* Passports holders with Israeli Stamps will not be allowed to enter Algeria
*The Algeria business visa is usually valid for entry for specific dates according to your application.

OFFICIAL AND DIPLOMATIC

1. Valid and Signed  Official Passport
 Passport must have one blank visa page and be valid 6 months beyond stay.
- Amendment pages in
the back of the passport are not suitable for visas
 
  • RENEW PASSPORT
  • ADD PAGES
2. Photographs
Two recent passport type photos, in color, on photo paper, front view and with a white background
- Size  2x2
photo_composition.pdf
File Size: 217 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

3. Visa Application Form
Two visa applications, must be typed- HANDWRITTEN forms will not be accepted,
- Applications not
completed properly may cause a delay in the issuance of the visa
- If a field is not applicable- put N/A or None
-Both applications MUST have original signatures

Download Application here:
algeria_visa.pdf
File Size: 188 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

4. State Department - Cover Letter
Name, Title, Purpose( nature of visit and  contact in country), and Dates of Travel 
5. Letter from sending department or Agency
Name, Title, Purpose( nature of visit and  contact in country), and Dates of
Travel
- Must be on Agency letterhead
- Must be an original signature and signed by a Supervisor
6. Invitation Letter
Original letter of invitation from host Government Organization.
7. Travel Itinerary
Itinerary from your airline or travel agency indicating the following:
- Applicants Name
- Dates of travel (to
and from country)
8. Visa Work Order
The work order is our internal form that
includes your basic info as well as your travel and shipping specifics

Download Form here:
2022_sc_passport_work_order_copy.pdf
File Size: 478 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

NEXT STEPS..........
1. Gather your passport,
documents, and send them to us via UPS, DHL, or FEDEX.
  (We recommend a
courier that allows you
to track the package).

2.
Once we receive your package, we will verify the
documents and submit
them to the appropriate Consulate.
  (Should
we need any additional
clarification or documents, you can be sure that we
will contact you).

FEES

Processing Time

5-10 business days

**Applications can not be submitted on Fridays, do not count Friday as a
processing day

Period of stay

Single entry- 30 days/Consular Discretion

Validity

Consular Discretion

SC Fee

$150.00

Embassy Fee

Gratis- No fee

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

* Passports holders with Israeli Stamps will not be allowed to enter Algeria
*The Algeria business visa is usually valid for entry for specific dates according to your application.
As a general rule, each Consulate has the right to request more documents or request an in-person interview.  The validity of the visa is the sole discretion of the Consulate. Due to unexpected backlogs the Consulate may increase their processing time without notice. Certain nationalities or passport holders may result in additional processing time, this is determined by the Consulate. SC-Passport and Visa  is not responsible for delays resulting in Consulate matters.   

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Arlington, Virginia  22203
10:00 am - 5:00 pm Mon-Fri
10:00- 1:00 pm Saturday
Local Number:  703-524-1808

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Mission Statement
    • Corporate Responsibility
    • SC Blog
  • Passports
    • First Time Passport- Adult (16 yrs and older)
    • First Time Passport-Minor (under 16 yrs of age)
    • Passport Renewal- Adult
    • Adding Pages- Passport
    • Name Change/Amendment- Passport
    • Lost/Stolen- Passport
    • 2nd Valid- Passport
    • Damage/Mutilated-Passport
    • Official/Diplomatic Passport
  • Visas
  • Legalizations
  • Contact Us