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Business Travel Requirements for an Algeria Visa for UK Citizens

  1. Passport

    The applicant's actual signed passport. The passport must:

    • Have at least two blank visa pages
    • Be valid for six months beyond entry date
    • Be free of any entry or exit stamps from Israel. Please contact VisaCentral for advice if the passport contains Israeli stamps
  2. Photograph

    You must provide a photograph. Upload your photo and we will print it to the exact specifications required for this visa. Follow https://visacentral.co.uk/photo-service to upload your photo.


    Alternatively, you may provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following strict criteria: be taken within the last three months against a white background and printed on high quality photo paper; be 35mm by 45mm in size; provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression. You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes. Your photographs should not be affixed to your application and may not display evidence of adhesive or staples.

  3. Business Introduction Letter

    You must provide an original Business Introduction Letter from the applicant's UK employer. Be certain your letter meets the specific requirements of the consulate by using our Digital Business Introduction Letter. Visit https://visacentral.co.uk/bcl-order to get started.

    Alternatively, please use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at http://cibtvisas.co.uk/forms?formname=Business%20Introduction%20Letter%20Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request. 

    Note that most consulates require the Business Cover Letter to be dated within one month of application submission.

  4. Letter of Invitation

    An original letter of invitation from the applicant's host. This letter must:

    • Include the full name, address and contact details of the host
    • Specify the purpose and duration of stay
    • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
    • Be signed by the applicant's host
    • Be issued within the last three months
  5. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    This must be provided as a copy of the paid flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
  6. Photocopy of Application Materials

    A clear colour photocopy of the following document(s) must be submitted to VisaCentral:
    • The letter of invitation
    • The Business Introduction Letter
    • Two copies of each page of the applicant's passport

    VisaCentral will supply this requirement at a fee of £15.00 + VAT if not received with the application. This will minimise the risk of delay with the application

  7. Visa Application Form

    Two fully completed and signed application forms. These forms must:

    • Be completed in capitals only
    • Provide answers for all question fields
    • Include a UK address and contact number

    Applicants are advised that handwritten forms may be accepted at the discretion of the Embassy

  8. VisaCentral Order Confirmation

    Provide the VisaCentral Order Form included in this kit.

  9. Visa Conditions

    Applicants should be aware that the Embassy will disregard any documentation sent to them directly and VisaCentral will be unable to retrieve this documentation.    

    Once a visa application is submitted to the Embassy, the applicant's passport will be unavailable until the process is completed.

    Applicants should be aware that the Embassy will not consider expediting an application under any circumstances.

    There are no specific guidelines issued by the Embassy regarding the validity of visas issued, it is on a case by case scenario. This may include the number of previous visits, type of organisation to be visited and the invitation provided.

  10. Multiple Entry Applicants

    Applicants requiring a multiple entry visa must:
    • Provide proof of a previous visa(s) issued in London, in a passport(s) that can be supplied
    • Ensure that all supporting documentation specifies the request for a multiple entry visa
  11. Processing Time

    Please be advised that the processing times quoted are an estimated processing time provided by the Embassy and that these cannot be guaranteed.
  12. Advised Traveller Service (Highly Recommended)

    Stay informed and safe by having VisaCentral subscribe you to the Government Foreign Travel Advice Email Alerts. Registration enables you to receive the most up-to-date travel advice regarding safety, security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health. VisaCentral will register the email address provided in the order. To enroll in this optional service, add this option to your order within the order flow

Tourist Travel Requirements for an Algeria Visa for UK Citizens

  1. Passport

    The applicant's actual signed passport. The passport must:

    • Have at least two blank visa pages
    • Be valid for six months beyond entry date
    • Be free of any entry or exit stamps from Israel. Please contact VisaCentral for advice if the passport contains Israeli stamps
  2. Photograph

    You must provide a photograph. Upload your photo and we will print it to the exact specifications required for this visa. Follow https://visacentral.co.uk/photo-service to upload your photo.


    Alternatively, you may provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following strict criteria: be taken within the last three months against a white background and printed on high quality photo paper; be 35mm by 45mm in size; provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression. You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes. Your photographs should not be affixed to your application and may not display evidence of adhesive or staples.

  3. Proof of Employment

    A letter from the applicant's employer confirming employment. This letter must:

    • Be less than one month old
    • Include the applicant's position
    • Include the signatory's position
    • Include the dates of leave and dates of return to work
    • Include the applicant's start date at the company
    • Be typed and signed in the original by the applicant's supervisor or their HR department

    A sample Proof of Employment Letter can be found in the Application Pack

  4. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as:
    • A copy of the hotel confirmation
    • An itinerary including dates and locations of planned visit for those applicants visiting Southern Algeria
  5. Photocopy of Application Materials

    This must be provided two copies of each page of the applicant's passport.

    VisaCentral will supply this requirement at a fee of £15.00 +VAT if not received with the application. This will minimise the risk of delay with the successful visa issuance

  6. Visa Application Form

    Two fully completed and signed application forms. These forms must:

    • Be completed in capitals only
    • Provide answers for all question fields
    • Include a UK address and contact number

    Applicants are advised that handwritten forms may be accepted at the discretion of the Embassy

  7. VisaCentral Order Confirmation

    Provide the VisaCentral Order Form included in this kit.

  8. Processing Time

    Please be advised that the processing times quoted are an estimated processing time provided by the Embassy and that these cannot be guaranteed.
  9. Advised Traveller Service (Highly Recommended)

    Stay informed and safe by having VisaCentral subscribe you to the Government Foreign Travel Advice Email Alerts. Registration enables you to receive the most up-to-date travel advice regarding safety, security, entry requirements, travel warnings and health. VisaCentral will register the email address provided in the order. To enroll in this optional service, add this option to your order within the order flow
    • A copy of all other pages of the applicant's passport

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