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Morgan1

From: Australia
12/14/2006 19:14 EST

Hello Guys,
I was wondering if anyone could help me out. I have been asked to consider making a move to Algeria to manage a project. Can anyone let me know what requirements I need to meet? i.e. Visa's etc. Are there any companies that anyone can recommend I contact for assistance. Thanks

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sousou83

From: Algeria
3/4/2007 05:07 EST

hi am souad from algeria this is some i can help you dear:
Algeria requires a visa for almost all nationalities. Only citizens of the following countries can visit Algeria without a visa.

Libya Morocco
Malaysia Palau
Maldives Saint Kitts and Nevis
Mali Seychelles
Marshall Islands Syria
Mauritania Tunisia
Micronesia Yemen


Note that Algeria does not recognize the State of Israel and does not accept Israeli passports as travel documents. In practice, this means that Israelis can not travel to Algeria.
You must apply for a visa at the Algerian embassy or consulate in your country of residence. For a list (in French) of all Algerian representations, see www.algeriantourism.com/pratique/ambassades.htm.

If there is no Algerian diplomatic mission in your country, you need to file your application with the consulate in the country nearest to your own. It is not possible to submit a visa application outside the region of your country of residence.

What it costs
Application fees and visa costs vary between consulates and depend on your nationality. German citizens pay around 30 euros for a single-entry tourist visa, while US citizens have to fork out 100 dollars.


How long it takes
The processing time for a visa varies wildly between embassies. The consulate in London reportedly manages to complete the process in just three days, others may take up to 45 days.


Validity of your visa
Most tourist visas are valid for 45 days from the date of issue.

What you need
With your application for a tourist visa, you must submit some or all of the following documents. Note that requirements vary between different embassies and consulates. Make sure to check with the mission you will be submitting your application to.

Passport valid for at least another six months
Two or three recent passport-sized photographs
One, two or three copies of the completed application form
Proof of adequate financial means for your stay
Proof of employment in the country of your residence
Proof of reservation with an Algerian hotel or tour operator
A return ticket when traveling by air or sea
If you have been invited to Algeria by an Algerian citizen, you must also produce a "certificate of accommodation" signed by your host.

The certificate, known as a "certificat d'hébergement", must be authenticated by the local authorities in your host's hometown. The French name for the local authorities is " Assemblée Populaire Communale" - which is why the document is often referred to as an APC certificate.

Note that your host must be a resident of Algeria. An invitation by an Algerian living abroad is not accepted for a visa application.
and this is my email may be ican help you :fati.doudou2006@yahoo.com

regards.

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Neni

From: Australia
5/4/2007 04:55 EST

Hi Morgan1

You may have made your decision by now, but if not... The Algerian Embassy in Australia has all information required: www.algeriaemb.org.au

I am assuming your company has either an Algerian Office or is contracting to an Algerian Company - they will provide the necessary 'Letter of Invitation', as required for a Visa.

Most direct routes from Perth, is via Air France: Perth - Singapore - Paris - Algiers (you can also go Emirates: Perth - Dubai - Paris, then Air France Paris - Algiers).

Ensure you have SOS International Coverage.

I am an Australian working in southern Algeria and I am female, so the country is progressing!

The people are great and Arabic is of more use to you than French, especially if you will be outside of Algiers.

Good Luck

Sonita

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