Residence & citizenship
Algerian Residence Card
The residence permit foreign nationals need to stay in Algeria beyond a short visit, issued according to the reason for their stay.
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Residence-card validity (commonly cited as two years, and a 10-year long-term card after seven years of residence) and the tax-stamp amount are from secondary/legal-summary sources; verify against the official Ministry of Interior text and Law 08-11 before publishing figures.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Algeria government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Residence card / titre de séjour
- Route type
- Residence permit
- Legal basis
- Law No. 08-11 of 25 June 2008
- Administered by
- Ministry of Interior (DGSN) and wilaya administration
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals living in Algeria for work, study, business or family reasons
- Long-term residents seeking a longer-validity residence card
Requirements
- A valid basis for the stay (work authorisation, university enrolment, family link or resources)
- Supporting documents matching the reason for residence
- Fiscal (tax) stamp and any fees set by the authorities
How to apply
- Enter Algeria on the appropriate long-stay visa
- Apply for the residence card through the interior/national-security authorities
- A provisional receipt may be issued while the application is processed
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.