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πŸ‡©πŸ‡Ώ Does an Algerian need a visa for Saudi Arabia πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦?

Visa required

Yes. Algerian passport holders need a visa for Saudi Arabia, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Saudi Arabia before travelling.

Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Algerian citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Saudi Arabia or its official government website before you travel.

⚠ U.S. State Department travel advisory for Saudi Arabia: Level 3: Reconsider Travel (updated 13 March 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.

What this means for your trip

You apply at an embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre of the destination, usually with an application form, passport photos, bank statements, travel itinerary and accommodation bookings.

Processing takes days to weeks, and some embassies require an interview; start the application well before your trip.

Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.

Where to apply in Algeria

If you live in Algeria, visas for Saudi Arabia are issued by its missions there. Many of them use an outsourced visa application centre: the mission's website says where to apply and which office covers your region.

Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.

Saudi Arabia at a glance

Capital: Riyadh Β· Currency: Saudi riyal (SAR, Ψ±.Ψ³) Β· Official languages: Arabic Β· Calling code: +966

Plugs and voltage

You need a travel adapter: Saudi Arabia uses plug types G, Algeria uses C, E, F. Mains voltage differs (Saudi Arabia: 220/230 V; Algeria: 230 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.

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Your embassy in Saudi Arabia

If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in Saudi Arabia, contact the embassy of Algeria:

Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.

Easier destinations near Saudi Arabia for Algerian passport holders

The other way round

πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Saudi Arabian passport holders visiting Algeria: Saudi Arabian passport holders need a visa for Algeria, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Algeria before travelling.

The Algerian passport at a glance

24visa-free
2ETA
25visa on arrival
49e-Visa
98visa required

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Questions

Do Algerian citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?

Algerian passport holders need a visa for Saudi Arabia, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Saudi Arabia before travelling.

Does a Saudi Arabian need a visa for Algeria?

Saudi Arabian passport holders need a visa for Algeria, applied for at an embassy or consulate of Algeria before travelling.