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Do citizens of Algeria need a visa for France?

Visa required

Yes. Algeria passport holders need a visa for France and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate.

Entry rule
Visa required
Length of stay
Set by the visa
Where to get it
Embassy or consulate
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026
Embassy or consulateDocument checklist

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.

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
See all: France missions in Algeria (5)

How a Schengen visa application works

  1. A Schengen visa allows up to 90 days in any 180-day period and is valid in all 29 Schengen countries.
  2. Apply at the consulate of the country that is the main purpose of the trip. If the purposes are equal, apply to the country where you will stay longest.
  3. Applications are accepted from 6 months until 15 days before the trip. A decision usually takes 15 calendar days and can take up to 45.
  4. Fingerprints are taken at the first application and can be reused for 59 months.
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Document checklist: Algeria → France

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

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area and issued within the last 10 years.
  • Completed visa application form.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Travel medical insurance with at least €30,000 coverage valid in all Schengen countries.
  • 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.

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
Algeria embassy & consulates in France

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of Algeria need a visa for France?

Yes. Algeria passport holders need a visa for France and must get it before the trip, from an embassy or consulate. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How long can citizens of Algeria stay in France?

The length of stay is set by the visa that is issued.

Where is the France embassy in Algeria?

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