Data verified
Philippines passport holders: Single entry for Algeria. Fee: USD 100 (~USD 100). Processing: 3-6 weeks. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
No eVisa. Embassy-only visa via Algerian Embassy Manila (direct mission). Tourist visa: ~USD 100 (~PHP 6,100). Visa is paper sticker; processing strict and lengthy. Small Filipino OFW community in Algeria (oil/gas sector).
Visa types: Tourist Visa; Business Visa; Work Visa (POEA/DMW-regulated for OFWs); Student Visa; Family Visa; Transit Visa; Diplomatic. No eVisa.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 30-90 days depending on category.
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months, 2 blank pages); Visa application form (in French/Arabic); 2 photos; Confirmed hotel reservation OR invitation letter notarized in Algeria; Round-trip ticket; Bank statement (3 months, USD 3,000+ recommended); Employment letter; PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; For Business: Algerian company invitation legalized by MoFA Algeria; For OFW: DMW-verified employment contract + OEC.
Visa types (1)
No eVisa. Embassy-only visa via Algerian Embassy Manila (direct mission). Tourist visa: ~USD 100 (~PHP 6,100). Visa is paper sticker; processing strict and lengthy. Small Filipino OFW community in Algeria (oil/gas sector).
Common rejection reasons
Common PH rejections: (1) Forms must be in French/Arabic — language barrier; (2) Limited tourism flow PH→Algeria raises suspicion; (3) Doubtful sponsor/invitation documents; (4) OFW route requires DMW verification + POLO Algeria (Philippine Overseas Labor Office); (5) Inadequate French translation of supporting documents; (6) Solo female applicants face anti-trafficking screening; (7) NAIA offloading risk for first-time travelers without clear itinerary.
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