Sample of the Business Travel Requirements for an Algeria Visa for Irish Citizens

  1. Overseas Processing

    There is no Embassy representation for this destination in Ireland. All applications are processed abroad using our CIBTvisas office in England. Overseas courier fees of €75.00 + VAT per order apply in addition to the fees listed

  2. Passport

    The applicant's actual signed passport. The passport must:

    • Have at least two blank visa pages
    • Be valid for six months beyond entry date
    • Be free of any entry or exit stamps from Israel. Please contact CIBTvisas for advice if the passport contains Israeli stamps

  3. Photograph

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

  4. Proof of Address

    This must be shown as a copy of recent council tax/water bill [no other documents will be accepted]

  5. Business Introduction Letter

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

    Alternatively, please use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://cibtvisas.ie/forms?formname=Business%20Introduction%20Letter%20Sample.pdf using the exact language and format provided in order to prevent a rejection and possible delays with your visa request. 

    Note that most consulates require the Business Cover Letter to be dated within one month of application submission.

  6. Letter of Invitation

    An original letter of invitation from the applicant's host. This letter must:

    • Include the full name, address and contact details of the host
    • Specify the purpose and duration of stay
    • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
    • Be signed by the applicant's host
    • Be issued within the last three months

  7. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    This must be provided as a copy of the paid flight confirmation showing onward/return travel

  8. Photocopy of Application Materials

    A clear colour photocopy of the following document(s) must be submitted to CIBTvisas:

    • The letter of invitation
    • The Business Introduction Letter
    • Two copies of each page of the applicant's passport

    CIBTvisas will supply this requirement at a fee of £15.00 + VAT if not received with the application. This will minimise the risk of delay with the application

  9. Visa Application Form

    Two fully completed and signed application forms. These forms must:

    • Be completed in capitals only
    • Provide answers for all question fields
    • Include an Irish address and contact number

    Applicants are advised that handwritten forms may be accepted at the discretion of the Embassy

  10. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

    Provide the CIBTvisas Order Confirmation included in this kit.

  11. Visa Conditions

    Applicants should be aware that the Embassy will disregard any documentation sent to them directly and CIBTvisas will be unable to retrieve this documentation.    

    Once a visa application is submitted to the Embassy, the applicant's passport will be unavailable until the process is completed.

    Applicants should be aware that the Embassy will not consider expediting an application under any circumstances.

    There are no specific guidelines issued by the Embassy regarding the validity of visas issued, it is on a case by case scenario. This may include the number of previous visits, type of organisation to be visited and the invitation provided.

  12. Multiple Entry Applicants

    Applicants requiring a multiple entry visa must:

    • Ensure that all supporting documentation specifies the request for a multiple entry visa
    • Provide proof of a previous visa(s) issued in London, in a passport(s) that can be supplied

  13. Traveller Registration (Highly Recommended)

Sample of the Tourist Travel Requirements for an Algeria Visa for Irish Citizens

  1. Overseas Processing

    There is no Embassy representation for this destination in Ireland. All applications are processed abroad using our CIBTvisas office in England. Overseas courier fees of €75.00 + VAT per order apply in addition to the fees listed

  2. Passport

    The applicant's actual signed passport. The passport must:

    • Have at least two blank visa pages
    • Be valid for six months beyond entry date
    • Be free of any entry or exit stamps from Israel. Please contact CIBTvisas for advice if the passport contains Israeli stamps

  3. Photograph

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

  4. Proof of Address

    This must be shown as a copy of recent council tax/water bill [no other documents will be accepted]

  5. Proof of Employment

    A letter from the applicant's employer confirming employment. This letter must:

    • Be less than one month old
    • Include the applicant's position
    • Include the signatory's position
    • Include the dates of leave and dates of return to work
    • Include the applicant's start date at the company
    • Be typed and signed in the original by the applicant's supervisor or their HR department

    A sample Proof of Employment Letter can be found in the Application Pack

  6. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as:

    • A copy of the hotel confirmation
    • An itinerary including dates and locations of planned visit for those applicants visiting Southern Algeria

  7. Photocopy of Application Materials

    This must be provided as two copies of each page of the applicant's passport.

    CIBTvisas will supply this requirement at a fee of £15.00 +VAT if not received with the application. This will minimise the risk of delay with the successful visa issuance

  8. Visa Application Form

    Two fully completed and signed application forms. These forms must:

    • Be completed in capitals only
    • Provide answers for all question fields
    • Include an Irish address and contact number

    Applicants are advised that handwritten forms may be accepted at the discretion of the Embassy

  9. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

    Provide the CIBTvisas Order Confirmation included in this kit.

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