Algeria visa for Canadian citizens

For Canadian passport holders envisioning travel to Algeria, securing a visa is a prerequisite, with six distinct categories available, including tourist, business, work, and student options, to suit your specific journey. While a direct flight path from Toronto or Montreal to Algiers is not typically an option, most travelers seamlessly connect through major European cities such as Paris or Frankfurt, reflecting the vast Atlantic expanse between these two nations. Prospective visitors should budget around CAD $150 for visa processing, which often permits stays of up to 90 days upon approval. Embracing some basic French phrases will also greatly enhance your experience, given its prevalence alongside Arabic in Algeria.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months

Visa options

OtherCourtesy Visa
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
OtherPress Visa
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
TouristTourist Visa
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visa (short stay, single entry)
30d$27valid 1mo
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visa (multiple entry)
90d$108multiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
StudentStudy Visa (Student Visa)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
WorkWork Visa
90d$108multiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
WorkTemporary Work Visa
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
FamilyFamily Visa
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
MedicalMedical Visa
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
OtherCultural Visa
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
TransitTransit Visa
7dvalid 7d
Apply
TransitStopover Permit for Crew
7dvalid 7d
Apply
TouristTourist Visa on Arrival for Organized Tours in Southern Algeria
30dvalid 1mo

Visa on arrival with boarding authorization, return ticket, and hotel reservation required.

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