--- title: Algeria visa for citizens of China description: "Citizens of China need a visa for Algeria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: RMB 450. Processing: 21–42 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/algeria/china lastModified: 2026-08-16 --- # Algeria visa for citizens of China Citizens of China need a visa for Algeria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Official application site: https://embbeijing.mfa.gov.dz/services-for-foreigners/entry-visa-to-algeria-1 ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist / Business / Family / Study / Work / Transit Visa - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 90 days - **Entries:** Single entry - **Processing time:** 21–42 days - **Government fee:** RMB 450 - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Not required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Work certificate or payslip; for students, school certificate ## How to apply 1. **Prepare required documents** — Gather all documents as per visa type (tourist, business, family, work, study, transit, etc.). Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months. 2. **Complete visa application form** — Download and fill the application form from the embassy website; sign and date it. 3. **Pay visa fee at Bank of China** — Deposit the fee (450 RMB for single entry, 657 RMB for multiple entries) into account: Embassy of Algeria, account number 778350019191, Bank of China. Keep the payment receipt. 4. **Submit application in person** — Applicant must personally submit the application and all documents at the Embassy of Algeria in Beijing, Monday to Wednesday 9:30-11:00 AM. No intermediaries allowed. 5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 3-6 weeks. The visa section may request additional documents. 6. **Collect visa** — Visa can be collected Monday to Friday 9:30-11:00 AM. Check status before visiting. ## Documents checklist - **Passport valid for at least 6 months** (Identity): Original plus copy of first page - **Visa application form** (Supporting): Duly filled, signed, and dated; downloadable from embassy website - **Recent passport-size color photograph** (Identity): One recent identical photo - **Travel insurance and repatriation certificate** (Travel): Valid for entire stay; covers medical expenses and repatriation - **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Certificate of accommodation (less than 3 months old) authenticated by Algerian municipality, or hotel reservation, or travel agency confirmation - **Proof of financial means** (Financial): Work certificate or payslip; for students, school certificate - **Round-trip flight reservation** (Travel): Outward and return transport ticket - **Invitation letter (for family/business visas)** (Supporting, optional): For family: guarantee letter from Algerian municipality; for business: original invitation from Algerian company certified by municipality - **Additional documents per visa category** (Supporting, optional): See embassy website for specific requirements (e.g., work permit, enrollment letter, marriage certificate) - **Residence permit (for non-Chinese applicants)** (Identity, optional): If applicant resides in China but holds another nationality ## Proof of funds - Work certificate or payslip - For students: school certificate Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay is required. ## Good to know - Submission of false documents will lead to visa cancellation and passport confiscation. - The embassy does not accept applications by mail or through intermediaries; applicant must appear in person. - Providing incomplete or suspicious documents may result in refusal. ## Common refusal reasons - **False or fraudulent documents** — Submit only genuine, verifiable documents. - **Incomplete application or missing documents** — Double-check all requirements for your visa type before submission. - **Insufficient proof of financial means** — Provide clear evidence of financial resources (work certificate, bank statements, etc.). ## FAQs ### Do citizens of China need a visa for Algeria? Citizens of China need a visa for Algeria and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist / Business / Family / Study / Work / Transit Visa. ### How long can citizens of China stay in Algeria? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Algeria visa cost for citizens of China? Government fee: RMB 450. ### How long does Algeria visa processing take? Typically 21–42 days. ### What documents do citizens of China need for Algeria? Passport valid for at least 6 months; Visa application form; Recent passport-size color photograph; Travel insurance and repatriation certificate; Proof of accommodation; Proof of financial means; and 4 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Algeria? At least 6 months. ### Where do I apply? On the official site: https://embbeijing.mfa.gov.dz/services-for-foreigners/entry-visa-to-algeria-1 ## Sources - [Entry visa to Algeria | Embassy of Algeria in Beijing](https://embbeijing.mfa.gov.dz/en/services-for-foreigners/entry-visa-to-algeria-1) - Algeria Visa for Chinese Citizens 2026: Requirements, Fees, Documents ... (visaprocessinfos.com, third-party site) - Algeria Visa for Chinese Passport Holders: The Real Answer (embassyinformation.com, third-party site) - [embbeijing.mfa.gov.dz](https://embbeijing.mfa.gov.dz/services-for-foreigners/entry-visa-to-algeria-1) ## More - [Algeria visa for every passport](/visa/algeria) - [Every destination for China passport holders](/visa/passport/china)