Algerian visa for French citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for French passport holders visiting Algeria for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For French citizens to enter Algeria for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Algeria e-visa for French citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Algeria visa on arrival for French citizens | Not Available | |
Algeria tourist visa requirements:
- Holding French passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Algeria.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Algeria.
If you are looking for Algeria visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from France, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Algeria nearest your place of residence.
- Paris: The Embassy of Algeria in Paris, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Bobigny: The Consulate of Algeria in Bobigny, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Nanterre: The Consulate of Algeria in Nanterre, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Nantes: The Consulate of Algeria in Nantes, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- St. Etienne: The Consulate of Algeria in St. Etienne, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Vitry-sur-Seine: The Consulate of Algeria in Vitry-sur-Seine, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Montpellier: The Consulate General of Algeria in Montpellier, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Nice: The Consulate General of Algeria in Nice, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Pontoise: The Consulate General of Algeria in Pontoise, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Besancon: The Consulate General of Algeria in Besancon, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Toulouse: The Consulate General of Algeria in Toulouse, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Lyon: The Consulate General of Algeria in Lyon, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Strasbourg: The Consulate General of Algeria in Strasbourg, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Bordeaux: The Consulate General of Algeria in Bordeaux, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Grenoble: The Consulate General of Algeria in Grenoble, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Lille: The Consulate General of Algeria in Lille, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Marseille: The Consulate General of Algeria in Marseille, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
- Metz: The Consulate General of Algeria in Metz, France (Working hours: Open now. Close in 56 minutes)
Algeria visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Algeria diplomatic mission offices to France for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from France traveling to Algeria from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (France) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 63,792 | N/A |
| 2009 | 68,832 | 7.90% |
| 2010 | 74,520 | 8.26% |
| 2011 | 86,220 | 15.70% |
| 2012 | 94,824 | 9.98% |
| 2013 | 98,388 | 3.76% |
| 2014 | 82,836 | -15.81% |
| 2015 | 61,560 | -25.68% |
| 2016 | 73,404 | 19.24% |
| 2017 | 88,236 | 20.21% |
| 2018 | 95,652 | 8.40% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Algeria & France comparison
Algeria's area is approximately 2,381,740 km2 (919,594 sq mi), while the area of France is approximately 547,557 km2 (211,412 sq mi). This means France is 4.35 times smaller than Algeria.
As of October 2025, Algeria's population is ~47.9 million people - 18,084,254 fewer people than the population of France.
We have highlighted Algeria & France’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Algeria | France | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 47,907,265 | 65,991,519 | 18.1 million fewer people live in Algeria than France |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 129 | 267 | Algeria has 138 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with France. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 17 | 143 | Algeria passport holders visit 126 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 65 | 479 | Algerian hosts 414 fewer foreign missions than France. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from France travel to Algeria in one year?
The number of visitors from France visiting Algeria in 2018 was approximately 95,652.
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| Humidity | 71% | |
| Wind | 5.66 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 13:34 PM | |
Useful Information
- Algiers to Paris: 1820.22 km (1131.03 mi)
- Travel time: 3 hours 47 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025