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Do Algeria citizens need a visa for France?

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Algeria citizens need a visa to enter France. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Algeria vs France: passport comparison

Algeria

22

visa-free countries

Global rank: #152 · mobility 80.9

France

126

visa-free countries

Global rank: #4 · mobility 171.5
15

countries both Algeria and France can enter visa-free together

Algeria + France: passport compatibility

29%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Algeria and France travel together — by entry type:

15 both visa-free
15 both visa on arrival
17 both e-visa / eTA
11 both need a visa
139 access differs

Where Algeria and France can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (15)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Angola 30 days #168
Barbados 90 days #48
Dominica 21 days #70
Ecuador 90 days #104
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Hong Kong 14 days #46
Malaysia 90 days #41
Micronesia 30 days #89
Morocco 90 days #121
Palestine 90 days #193
Rwanda 30 days #143
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58
Tunisia 90 days #131

Only Algeria is visa-free (7)

France: good to know

Paris

Capital

Euro (EUR)

Currency

Central European Time (UTC+1)

Time zone

+33

Calling code

C, E

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Algeria goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for France

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Algeria citizens need a visa for France?
Algeria citizens need a visa to enter France. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Algeria or France?
The France passport is stronger: 126 visa-free countries versus 22. Global rank: Algeria #152, France #4.
Where can Algeria and France citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 15 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for France?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Algeria and France?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Algeria passport ranking

Where else the Algeria passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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