Visitor & short-stay visas
Algerian Medical Visa
For foreign nationals travelling to Algeria specifically to receive medical treatment, covering their arrival and stay for that care.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
Maximum stay, validity, entries and fee for the medical visa are not separately published on the official MFA pages; the general 90-day-per-entry rule applies to entry visas. Specific figures unverified.
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
- Medical Visa (visa de soins)
- Route type
- Short-stay entry visa
- Purpose
- Medical treatment in Algeria
- Maximum stay
- Up to 90 days per entry
- General rule for Algerian entry visas: up to 90 days per entry, exceptionally extendable, with cumulative stay not exceeding 180 days per year.
- Where to apply
- Algerian embassy or consulate of your place of residence
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals seeking medical treatment in Algeria
Requirements
- Passport valid for at least six months plus a photocopy
- Application form completed in duplicate
- Two recent identity photographs
- Supporting medical documentation for the treatment in Algeria
How to apply
- Obtain the letter of support from the Algerian medical establishment that will treat you.
- Complete the visa application form from the consular post's website and assemble the general and medical-specific documents.
- Submit the application to the Algerian embassy or consulate of your usual place of residence.
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.
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