Visa requirement

Algeria visa for Japanese citizens

Official-source answer with stay limit, cost, required documents and last verification date.

Verified answer

Japanese citizens need a visa to enter Algeria.

Last verified: (today)

Visa required

Confidence: Medium Likely current — confirm details with the official source.

Max stay
Algeria generally requires a consular visitor visa before travel for ordinary tourist passports.
Official cost
Varies — see notes
Before departure
Apply for a visa before you travel

Shareable verdict: Japanese citizens need a visa to enter Algeria. Checked 24 Jun 2026.

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Cost note

Government fees, if any, can change by nationality, visa type and application channel. Confirm the current fee on the official destination source before paying.

Passport and transit notes

Passport validity
passport valid for at least 6 months after arrival; 1 blank page; Use a conservative 6-month passport-validity buffer unless the destination authority states a more specific rule for the traveller's nationality.
Validity source (opens in a new tab) Validity guide
Transit
airside transit: conditional; landside transit: conditional; Transit requirements depend on airport, route, ticketing and whether the traveller crosses border control. Check the destination authority or airline for the exact itinerary.
Transit source (opens in a new tab) Transit guide

What you need

  • Japanese passport
  • Visitor visa issued before travel
  • Completed application and supporting documents
  • Proof of funds, itinerary and accommodation if requested

Why this verdict

Japanese citizens need a visitor visa before travel for ordinary short visits to Algeria, based on the destination authority or official visa portal. This priority-audience matrix record is intentionally conservative: special residence permits, diplomatic/service passports, work, study, overland border rules and airline transit checks can change the answer. Reconfirm on the official source before booking.

Frequently asked questions

Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Algeria?
Japanese citizens need a visa to enter Algeria. (Visa required.) Verified 24 Jun 2026 against the official source.
How long can Japanese passport holders stay in Algeria?
Algeria generally requires a consular visitor visa before travel for ordinary tourist passports.
How much does the Algeria entry cost for Japanese citizens?
The official fee varies — see the official source. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

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