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Do Saudi Arabia citizens need a visa for Algeria?

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

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Saudi Arabia vs Algeria: passport comparison

Saudi Arabia

55

visa-free countries

Global rank: #102 · mobility 104.6

Algeria

22

visa-free countries

Global rank: #152 · mobility 80.9
15

countries both Saudi Arabia and Algeria can enter visa-free together

Saudi Arabia + Algeria: passport compatibility

66%

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

Where Saudi Arabia and Algeria travel together — by entry type:

15 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
23 both e-visa / eTA
74 both need a visa
66 access differs

Where Saudi Arabia and Algeria 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.

Only Algeria is visa-free (7)

How the entry rule changed: Saudi Arabia → Algeria

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Saudi Arabia → Algeria rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

4rule changes for the Saudi Arabia passport, 4 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else Saudi Arabia goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Algeria

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 Saudi Arabia citizens need a visa for Algeria?
Saudi Arabia citizens need a visa to enter Algeria. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Saudi Arabia or Algeria?
The Saudi Arabia passport is stronger: 55 visa-free countries versus 22. Global rank: Saudi Arabia #102, Algeria #152.
Where can Saudi Arabia and Algeria citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 15 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Algeria?
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 Saudi Arabia and Algeria?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Saudi Arabia passport ranking

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

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