GoAlgeria Visa Requirements

Visa Entry

The common types of Algerian visas include business, work, and tourism. China and Arab countries have signed an agreement on mutual visa exemption for diplomatic and official passport holders, which came into effect in March 2019. Before coming to Afghanistan, it is necessary to confirm that the visa held is valid and that the visa type matches the actual destination.

Traveling to some provinces in Ananbu can be organized by travel agencies designated by the Afghan government to apply for landing visas. If you apply for a landing visa to come to Ananbu, please strictly comply with the relevant regulations of the Afghan government and travel agencies. Any violations such as not meeting the landing visa requirements will result in a ban on entry.

The required documents for obtaining a visa vary depending on the type of visa. For more information, please consult the Visa Office of the Embassy of Algeria in China (www.algeriaassemblychina. net).

When entering or leaving the country, a registration card must be filled out, and the customs will conduct spot checks on passengers' luggage.

Customs epidemic prevention and control

1. Entry

Passengers are only allowed to bring personal belongings that match their identity into the country, and are not allowed to bring items used for commercial purposes.

Bringing animals and plants into the country requires actively declaring the official animal and plant quarantine certificate of the exporting country or region, and accepting on-site quarantine and customs inspection by the port of entry quarantine authority. Carrying the following common items requires prior permission from relevant departments in Afghanistan: cultural materials carriers such as books, audio-visual materials, and videotapes; Sensitive equipment such as wireless radios, intercoms, cameras, etc; Medical supplies such as drugs and medical devices.  

Cigarettes, alcohol and perfume can be carried, but they should not exceed 200 cigarettes (or 100 cigars, or 50 cigars, or a box of tobacco not exceeding 250 grams), 2 liters of wine or 1 liter of spirits, 50 ml of perfume or 250 ml of eau de toilette.

Customs is conducting strict inspections on passenger food and strictly prohibiting the import of pork products. It is also highly sensitive to other types of meat products and recommends not bringing any meat products to Afghanistan. The quantity of food carried should be within the scope of personal use. If the customs determines that the quantity of food exceeds the scope of personal use and may be used for commercial purposes, they may take measures such as confiscation of the relevant items.

Carrying over 5000 euros or other equivalent foreign currencies into the country requires declaration to the Afghan customs. Passengers holding an Algerian residence permit can bring a maximum of 10000 Algerian dinars into the country. When bringing personal gold and silver products into the country, each male should not exceed 30 grams, and each female should not exceed 150 grams.

2. Exit the country

Customs allows passengers to carry reasonable and appropriate personal items out of the country, but prohibits the carrying of rare species such as red coral and their products. They also have strict control over the carrying of gold and silver products, as well as milk powder and other materials that enjoy national subsidies. It is strictly prohibited to carry scissors, knives, tape, measuring tape, terminal blocks, glass cups, glass bottled items (such as coffee, honey, etc.) or bundling ropes in hand luggage. There are two checkpoints at the entrance of the airport hall and the border checkpoint to conduct security checks on checked in and carry on luggage.

Passengers holding a residence permit in Afghanistan: those who exit the country with a foreign currency not exceeding 7500 euros or its equivalent should submit a bank exchange certificate; Holding more than 7500 euros or other equivalent foreign currencies for export requires submission of a permit issued by an Algerian bank; A maximum of 10000 Algerian dinars can be carried abroad. Passengers who do not hold a residence permit in Afghanistan are allowed to carry a maximum of 5000 euros or other equivalent foreign currencies out of the country, and must keep records of their foreign exchange declarations and bank exchange records during their stay in Afghanistan for future reference.

When leaving the country, an exit card must be filled out and submitted to the border inspection personnel for verification along with the passport and ticket.

The interpretation of the above regulations belongs to the official of A, and detailed information can be found on the website of A Customs https://douane.gov.dz/ Search.

Residency and Naturalization

(1) Visa

Algerian visas are generally valid for three months, with a maximum stay of one month from the date of entry. Non Arab citizens should leave the country before the expiration of their visa (see "Expire le" on the top left corner of the visa page), and their stay in Afghanistan cannot exceed the maximum stay period specified on the visa page (see "Dur é e du s é jour" on the top left corner of the visa page). If necessary, one should apply for a visa extension at least 10 days in advance to the immigration office of the local provincial government, with a maximum extension of 90 days. Holders of a residence permit cannot stay in Afghanistan beyond the validity period of the permit.

If illegal residence occurs due to visa or residence permit expiration and is obstructed during exit, cooperation with the Afghan police and compliance with relevant judicial procedures are required. According to past circumstances, illegal residents are prohibited from returning to Afghanistan within 5 years after being sentenced to leave the country for a limited period of time. To avoid being obstructed when entering Afghanistan, please make sure to confirm whether your visa or residence permit has expired in Afghanistan.

During your stay in Afghanistan, if your passport is lost, stolen, or damaged, you should report it to the local police and submit a passport replacement application on the "Chinese Consul" app. After the application is approved, you can go to the embassy offline according to the scheduled time to apply for the passport. According to the request of the Afghan side, after reissuing a new passport, a police report receipt or proof of loss must be presented before leaving the country.

(2) Residence permit

According to the requirements of relevant departments in Algeria, applying for a residence permit in Algeria requires submitting a registration certificate issued by the embassy for the applicant. After my citizen arrives in Afghanistan, if I need to apply for a residence permit, I should go to the embassy as soon as possible to obtain the above proof.

Business personnel who need to reside in Afghanistan for a long time must first complete the company registration procedures and obtain a business license before applying for a residence permit upon entry; Labor workers need to apply for a labor permit through the company before applying for a residence permit.

(3) Special Reminder on Working in Afghanistan

1) When working abroad, it is necessary to choose a qualified intermediary company and not believe in false advertising or "acquaintances" introductions such as "high salaries" and "guaranteed wages" from illegal intermediary companies. Before going abroad for work, it is necessary to thoroughly understand and verify the actual situation of the employer's salary, working environment, living conditions, etc.

2) Before going abroad, it is necessary to sign a formal labor contract and carefully read the terms of the contract before signing.

3) The labor contract must be signed in advance in China, and do not believe the company's lie of "signing after arriving in Algeria".

4) Migrant workers coming to Afghanistan must hold a Traail visa and obtain work and residence permits in accordance with the law. Individuals holding business (Affales), tourism (Tourisme) and other visas are not allowed to engage in labor work in Afghanistan. Do not believe the lie that "entering with a business visa (Affires) and then changing to work status". Holding a non work visa while working in Afghanistan makes it impossible to obtain a legal residence permit. Staying in Afghanistan beyond the validity period of the visa or the duration of the stay is considered illegal, violating local laws and facing a series of problems such as inability to leave the country normally.

5) Once a labor dispute occurs overseas, it is essential to seek resolution through legal channels and avoid taking extreme actions. It is suggested to solve the problem through negotiation first. If the negotiation fails, you can complain to the commerce, public security, industrial and commercial administration and other departments of the people's government of the place where the relevant enterprise is registered in China or where the responsible person's registered residence is located, as well as the Chamber of Commerce for Foreign Labor Cooperation, and safeguard their rights according to law. The overseas embassy or consulate has no law enforcement authority and will promote mutual consultation and resolution of disputes depending on the situation.

2. Nationality

According to Algerian nationality law, any parent who is an Algerian citizen has Algerian nationality. To apply for Afghan citizenship, one of the following two conditions must be met:

(1) Having been legally married to an Afghan citizen for at least 3 years, residing in Afghanistan for at least 2 years, having a fixed job and income, and having good morals, etc;

(2) Adults who have resided legally in Afghanistan for at least 7 years, have a fixed job and income, are physically and mentally healthy, have good morals, and have integrated into the local society.

The Minister of Justice of Afghanistan is responsible for approving citizenship applications from foreign citizens. According to the Nationality Law of Afghanistan, the Minister of Justice has the right to refuse citizenship applications under any circumstances.

Algeria currently has 6 orange (high-risk) areas, while the rest of the areas are yellow (medium risk). Specifically, as follows:

1、 Orange region: Gerdaya, Bumides, Tiziuzu, Batna, Bejaia, Ilizi provinces. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reminds Chinese citizens to travel cautiously to the above-mentioned areas in Algeria in the near future. Local personnel and institutions have closely monitored the development of the situation, maintained high vigilance, strengthened security precautions and emergency preparations, and ensured personal and property safety. In case of emergency, please report to the police in a timely manner and contact the Chinese embassy or consulate in the local area.

2、 Yellow region: Other regions. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reminds personnel in other regions of Algeria to strengthen prevention and pay attention to safety. In case of emergency, please report to the police in a timely manner and contact the Chinese embassy or consulate in the local area.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and overseas embassies and consulates will continue to closely monitor changes in the overseas security situation, dynamically adjust relevant risk assessments, and release and update corresponding security reminders in real time on platforms such as the China Consular Service Network. Please continue to pay attention.

public security

Since the 1990s, the Algerian government has taken a series of measures to combat terrorist forces within its borders. The majority of terrorists have defected to the government, with a few hiding in mountainous and southern desert areas.

In recent years, the overall security situation in Afghanistan has tended to stabilize, but incidents of theft and robbery still occur from time to time. Personnel should remain vigilant when going out, try to travel in groups, avoid going to remote areas, and avoid carrying large amounts of cash or other valuable property. In case of emergency, they should immediately seek assistance from nearby police or military police.

natural disaster

Parts of Algeria are prone to flooding during the rainy season (November to March each year), so it is important to pay attention to weather forecasts before going out.

A is a country prone to earthquakes, with several minor earthquakes occurring in recent years. It is recommended that Chinese citizens living in Afghanistan acquire certain knowledge of earthquake prevention to prevent accidents before they occur.

FDA

The overall food hygiene situation in Algeria is good, with occasional outbreaks of cholera, so attention should still be paid to food hygiene and safety.

Urgent Help

Police: 17 or 1548

Military Police: 1055

Civil defense agencies (fire alarm, first aid, etc.): 14 or 1021

Water supply issue: 1594

Power and gas supply issues: 3303

air traffic

There are 53 airports in Algeria, of which 29 are in commercial operation, including 13 international airports such as Algiers, Oran, Annaba, and Constantine, with 100000 aircraft taking off and landing each year. Currently, more than 50 international routes have been opened to 20 countries. In February 2009, direct flights were launched between China and Algeria, operated by Air Algeria. There are two round-trip flights between Beijing and Algiers per week, and specific flight information can be found on the official website of Air Algeria. The capital city of Algiers, Boumedidin International Airport, is located 20 kilometers east of the city center and is connected to the city by a highway, which takes about 20 minutes by car. The contact information of the main airlines is as follows:

unit	phone
Algerian AirlinesAir Algérie	+213 23 15 66 94
LufthansaLufthansa	+213 98 23 24 242
air franceAir France	+213 21 98 04 04
EgyptAirEgypt Air	+213 21 64 46 56
qatar airwaysQatar Airways	+213 98 24 05 262
Saudi AirlinesSaudi Arabian Airlines	+213 21 98 46 22
Turkish AirlineTurkish Airlines	+213 23 92 42 20
Tassili Airlines Tassili Airlines	+213 23 82 43 10
IberiaIberia	+213 23 41 18 33
British AirwaysBritish Airways	+213 21 67 09 18
alitaliaAlitalia	+213 21 72 71 29
Tunis AirTunisair	+213 21 63 25 73

land transport

The main mode of land transportation in Africa is by road, making it one of the countries with the highest density of roads. The total length of highways is about 107000 kilometers, including 1566 kilometers of expressways, 29000 kilometers of national highways, 24000 kilometers of provincial highways, and 54000 kilometers of village level highways.

The total length of the A Railway is 4773 kilometers, of which 386 kilometers are electrified lines, mainly concentrated in the northern region. A restricts the import of second-hand cars that have been purchased for more than three years and enforces the vehicle insurance system. Vehicles are driving on the right, pedestrians have priority.

After obtaining notarization and dual authentication from the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Embassy of Afghanistan in China, Chinese driver's licenses can be exchanged for local driver's licenses in Afghanistan. Due to poor driving habits of local drivers, the accident rate in Afghanistan is relatively high. When driving in Afghanistan, one should follow local traffic rules and pay attention to driving safety. Due to counter-terrorism and public security needs, security forces have set up checkpoints on the streets and highways of Acheng City. When encountering checkpoints, please proceed slowly and cooperate with security personnel in law enforcement.

Common contact phone numbers:

water communication

Algeria mainly has important ports such as Algiers, Annaba, Oran, and Bejaia, among which Algiers Port is the largest commercial port. The commonly used contact phone numbers are as follows:

Urban transportation

There are state-owned and private bus companies in the capital city of Algiers, with routes distributed throughout the city. Depending on the distance, ticket prices range from 10 dinars to 30 dinars. There are two types of taxis in the city: Taxi Collectif for multiple passengers and Taxi for single passengers. The roof lights will indicate that multiple passengers can share the cost with other passengers. The first subway line in the city has been opened, with a total length of 9.5 kilometers, from the central post office to Kuba Town, with a total of 10 stations.

There are buses and taxis available in major cities, making travel relatively convenient.

major city

1. Capital Algiers

Located in the coastal area of northern Afghanistan, it is divided into two cities: old and new. The old city, centered around the ancient city of Kasba, is highly Islamic, with stone houses built along slopes, narrow and winding streets, and dense traditional vendors and markets. It was listed as a "World Cultural Heritage" by UNESCO in December 1992; The new city stretches along the seaside, developing upwards along the mountain slope, with streets parallel to the coast, spacious and tidy, featuring many European style buildings and central parks.

2. Oran

Located about 410 kilometers west of Algiers, it was founded in 903 AD and is the second largest city and important port of Algiers, as well as the capital of Oran Province. The culture and economy are relatively developed, with multiple castle ruins, ancient mosques, Ottoman style palaces, as well as industrial sectors such as petrochemicals, shipbuilding, and textiles, combining the style of an Islamic ancient city with modern urban characteristics.

3. Constantine

A key town in eastern Algeria, located 400 kilometers east of Algiers, with an average elevation of over 600 meters. It is surrounded by canyons on all sides and the Rachmeil River flows through the city. The city has cement and metal industries, light industries, and food industries. There is a university, an Islamic school, and multiple technical schools and libraries. The most important attractions include museums, mosques, the old city, universities, palaces, ancient Roman waterways, and statues of Constantine I.

Commodity prices

The main crops in Algeria are grains, beans, and vegetables, while fruits include citrus, apples, peaches, plums, grapes, and dates. The market mainly supplies chicken, beef, mutton, fish, milk, dairy products, vegetables, fruits, eggs, bread, rice, flour and other food. Due to government subsidies, the prices of flour, sugar, bread, milk, and dairy products are relatively low.

The currency is the Dinar (DZD), with 1 US dollar equivalent to approximately 135 Dinars (as of November 2023). The denominations of the four types of banknotes are 2000, 1000, 500, and 200 respectively; The six types of coins are 200, 100, 50, 20, 10, and 5 respectively.

The usage rate of debit and credit cards in banks nationwide is relatively low, and currently only a few large commercial institutions and large hotels can accept VISA and Mastercard credit card payments.

Insurance Medical

To seek medical treatment at a public hospital in Algeria, a registration fee must be paid, and medication must be purchased at the pharmacy with the prescription. A symbolic fee will be charged for each examination item. Private clinics charge higher fees, but have better software and hardware conditions.

Implement a medical insurance system, with a maximum insurance rebate rate of 80%, and employers must purchase medical insurance for their employees.

The main hospitals in the capital city of Algiers are Ben Aknu Hospital and Mustafa Hospital. Two hospitals have Chinese medical teams stationed in Afghanistan. Non prescription drugs for treating colds, diarrhea, inflammation, and other illnesses can be purchased at local pharmacies.

Customs taboos

1. As an Islamic country, it is forbidden to eat pork, drink alcohol in most occasions, and carry out burial. Some women cover their heads and wear long robes. During Ramadan, it is not advisable to eat, drink, or smoke in front of locals during the day. It is not advisable to wear sleeveless tops and skirts or shorts shorter than the knee in public places. When entering religious places such as mosques, one should dress appropriately, and women should wear headscarves.

2. Algerian statutory holidays include: New Year's Day (January 1st), Berber New Year (usually mid January), International Labour Day (May 1st), Independence Day (July 5th), and National Day (also known as Revolution Day, November 1st).

3. Religious festivals mainly include: AWAL MOHAREM, ACHOURA, EL MAWLID ENNABAOUI, AID EL FITR, and AID EL ADHA.

Communications Power

Both landline and mobile phones in Algeria can be dialed directly; To make domestic landline or mobile calls from abroad, please add 00213 and remove the first digit "0" from the domestic phone number; To make international long-distance landline calls within Afghanistan, you need to dial the country code+region code (excluding the first "0")+phone number. For example, to dial Beijing, it is: 0086 (country code)+10 (region code, excluding the first "0")+phone number. To dial international long-distance mobile phone numbers, you need to dial the country code+phone number, such as: 0086 (country code)+phone number.

The domestic communication fees in A are relatively low, and various communication companies have opened international long-distance services to China, with different fees. At present, A has enabled 4G and can apply for broadband internet and 4G wireless network cards, but due to relatively backward infrastructure, the internet speed is unstable.

The household power supply voltage is 220-240 volts, and the socket plug is European standard.

contact information

Algerian Presidential Palace: http://www.el-mouradia.dz

Introduction to each province: http://algerie.el-annabi.com

A News Agency: http://www.aps.dz

Customs: http://www.douane.gov.dz

Consular Department of the Chinese Embassy in Algeria:

Chinese Citizen Consular Document Service Hotline: 00213-23469017, available on weekdays (Sunday to Thursday, excluding holidays) from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m

Consular Foreign Language Consultation Hotline: 00213-23469014, available from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm on weekdays

24-hour insurance hotline: 00213-770888028

Website: http://dz.china-embassy.gov.cn/

Consular Service Email: alger@csm.mfa.gov.cn

Address: 34 Martyrs Street, Muradiya District, Algiers

（34, Boulevard des Martyrs, El Mouradia, Alger）