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France embassy & consulates in Algeria

Visa required$1,450/moSOS 14Updated Nov 9, 2026
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France has 5 diplomatic mission(s) in Algeria: Embassy (Algiers), Embassy (Oran), Consulate General (Annaba), Consulate General (Oran), Consulate General.

Entry rules for France passport holders → Algeria:Visa required
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France missions in Algeria

EmbassyAlgiers

Embassy of France, Algiers

Data completeness100%
Address
25 Chemin Abdelkader Gadouche, Algiers
Phone
+21321 98 17 17
Email
contact.alg-fslt@diplomatie.gouv.fr
Website
dz.ambafrance.org
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
141,885
Visas issued
105,452
Refused
34,425
Refusal rate
24.6%
Multiple-entry share: 23%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
DirectionsCallOfficial site
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Source: Wikidata Q17490933 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Jun 19, 2025
EmbassyOran

Embassy · Oran

Data completeness45%
Website
ciep.fr
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
49,666
Visas issued
34,277
Refused
21,473
Refusal rate
38.5%
Multiple-entry share: 18%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
DirectionsOfficial site
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Source: OpenStreetMap
Consulate GeneralAnnaba

consulat général de France à Annaba

Data completeness90%
Address
شارع غواتا سبتي 1, 23000, عنابة, Annaba
Phone
+213 38 86 05 83
Website
annaba.consulfrance.org
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 00:00-24:00
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
57,130
Visas issued
42,711
Refused
16,842
Refusal rate
28.3%
Multiple-entry share: 45%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
DirectionsCallOfficial site
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Source: Wikidata Q73417634 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Sep 29, 2023
Consulate GeneralOran

Consulate General of France in Oran

Data completeness80%
Address
Rue Aimeur Brahim 1, 31000, Oran
Phone
+213 41 336 553
Email
admin-francais.oran@diplomatie.gouv.fr
Opening hours
08:00-16:00
Schengen visa statistics at this consulate
Year 2025
Applications
49,666
Visas issued
34,277
Refused
21,473
Refusal rate
38.5%
Multiple-entry share: 18%
Source: European Commission, visa statistics for consulates
DirectionsCall
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Source: Wikidata Q73384161 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Mar 14, 2025
Consulate General

consulat général de France à Alger

Data completeness0%
Opening hours
Not yet verified
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Source: Wikidata Q73418263Record updated: Sep 29, 2023

Entry rules for France passport holders

AlgeriaVisa required

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

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Document checklist: France → Algeria

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • Completed visa application form.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Employment letter or proof of business/studies.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Return or onward ticket.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Apostille or legalisation?
Apostille is enough
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Driving licence abroad
Carry an IDP (1949 Geneva format) with your national licence.
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Applying for a visa? Algeria missions in France

  • Embassy of Algeria, ParisEmbassy · ParisSee all
  • Consulate General of Algerie, MarseilleConsulate General · Marseille · +33 4 91 13 99 50See all
  • Consulate General of Algeria, StrasbourgConsulate General · StrasbourgSee all
  • Consulate General of Algeria, LilleConsulate General · Lille · +33 3 28 38 01 40See all
  • Algerian general consulate, LyonConsulate General · 6th arrondissement of Lyon · +33 4 72 83 85 50See all
  • Algerian General Consulate, ParisConsulate GeneralSee all
  • Consulate · GrenobleConsulate · Grenoble · +33 4 76 54 30 18See all
  • Consulate of Algeria in CréteilConsulate · Paris · +33 1 46 80 78 00See all
  • Consulate · Saint-ÉtienneConsulate · Saint-Étienne · +33 4 77 59 31 41See all
  • Algerian Consulate in MontpellierConsulate · Montpellier · +33467545415See all
  • Consulate of Algeria in MetzConsulate · MetzSee all
  • Consulat de la République d'AlgérieConsulate · NiceSee all
  • Consulate of Algeria, BordeauxConsulate · BordeauxSee all
  • Consulate · RouenConsulate · RouenSee all
  • Consulate of Algeria, BesançonConsulateSee all
  • Consulat d'AlgérieConsulate · ParisSee all
  • Honorary Consulate · NantesHonorary Consulate · Nantes · +33 2 40 74 38 19See all

Frequently asked questions

Is there an embassy of France in Algeria?

Yes. France has 5 diplomatic mission(s) in Algeria: Embassy (Algiers), Embassy (Oran), Consulate General (Annaba), Consulate General (Oran), Consulate General.

Where is the France embassy in Algeria?

The France embassy in Algeria is located at 25 Chemin Abdelkader Gadouche, Algiers.

Do citizens of France need a visa for Algeria?

Visa required. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How do I contact the France embassy in Algeria?

Phone: +21321 98 17 17. Email: contact.alg-fslt@diplomatie.gouv.fr. Website: https://dz.ambafrance.org/.

Does France have consulates in Algeria?

Yes: Consulate General (Annaba), Consulate General (Oran), Consulate General.

What should I do if I lose my passport in Algeria?

Report the loss to the local police (emergency: 14), then contact the France embassy or consulate in Algeria for an emergency travel document. Bring ID copies and a police report.

What are the opening hours?

Hours vary and are not yet verified for this mission. Call ahead or check the official website.