Get an Algeria Visa

Business Travel Requirements for an Algeria Visa for Swiss Citizens

1. Passport

   The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

   • Contain at least two blank visa pages
   • Be valid for six months beyond exit date

2. Photograph(s)

   You must provide a photograph. Upload your photo and we will print it to the exact specifications required for this visa. Follow https://cibtvisas.ch/photo-service to upload your photo.

    

   Alternatively, you may provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following strict criteria: be taken within the last three months against a white background and printed on high quality photo paper; be 35mm by 45mm in size; be identical; provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression. You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes. Your photographs should not be affixed to your application and may not display evidence of adhesive or staples.

3. Business Introduction Letter

   You must provide an original Business Introduction Letter from the applicant's Swiss employer. Be certain your letter meets the specific requirements of the consulate by using our Digital Business Introduction Letter. Visit https://cibtvisas.ch/bcl-order to get started.

   Alternatively, please use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided here using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request.
   All Business Introduction Letters must be addressed to the Embassy or Consulate. The address of the diplomatic mission can be found here
   

4. Letter of Invitation

   An invitation letter from the inviting company in Algeria. The invitation letter must:

   • Be on company letterhead paper
   • Include the applicant's full name and date of birth
   • Specify the purpose and duration of the journey
   • Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
   • Be signed and stamped

5. Company Registration Document

   A copy of the Register of Commerce from the Swiss employer

6. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:
   • A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel

   Or

   • A booked itinerary showing onward/return travel

7. Proof of Travel Insurance

   Copy of actual travel insurance policy certificate (email not accepted). The certificate must:

   • Include the full name of the applicant
   • State that the policy is valid for the duration of the entire trip
   • State that the medical evacuation costs are covered

8. Visa Application Form(s)

   Two fully completed application forms. These forms must:

   • Be completed in block capitals only
   • Be signed

9. CIBTvisas Order Form

   For orders placed on the CIBTvisas website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.

   
   For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed CIBTvisas Visa Order Form which can be found in the CIBTvisas Application Pack should be submitted.

   
   Please note that all card payments will only be made upon completion of the visa application process.