Embassy of the United Kingdom in Algiers
Today · Closed- Address
- 3 Chemin Capitaine Hocine Slimane (ex Chemin des Glycines)., Algiers
- Website
- gov.uk
- Head of mission
- James Downer
United Kingdom
Algeria
British Embassy in Algeria
1 embassy
The United Kingdom is represented in Algeria by 1 mission: an embassy in Algiers. Algerian citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom.
British Embassy in Algiers
At 3 Chemin Capitaine Hocine Slimane (ex Chemin des Glycines)., Algiers, the British embassy represents the United Kingdom towards Algeria. The head of mission on record is James Downer. Its website is linked on its page.
United Kingdom visa for Algerian citizens
AlgeriaUnited Kingdom Visa required United Kingdom visa for citizens of Algeria
United KingdomAlgeria Visa required Algeria visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
United Kingdom visa requirements for citizens of Algeria
- Standard Visitor visa (up to 6 months)
- Visitor in Transit visa (landside)
- Student and work routes (brief)
- Fee: £135
- 5 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
The United Kingdom requires Algerian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. Applicants in Algeria turn to the British embassy in Algiers; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.
Algeria’s missions in the United Kingdom
Missions of Algeria in the United Kingdom (2)
In return, Algeria has 2 missions in the United Kingdom, including its embassy in London.
Good to know
The United Kingdom in Algeria
Worldwide, the United Kingdom has 280 missions in 168 countries; one of them is in Algeria.
Travel to Algeria for British citizens
British citizens need a visa for Algeria, obtained before travel. In Algeria, British citizens can turn to the British embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the British embassy in Algeria is closed
The British embassy in Algeria closes on Algeria’s public holidays, the next being New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027, Amazigh New Year on Tuesday 12 January 2027 and Labour Day on Saturday 1 May 2027, and usually on some holidays of the United Kingdom, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the British embassy in Algeria?
The British embassy is in Algiers, at 3 Chemin Capitaine Hocine Slimane (ex Chemin des Glycines)., Algiers.
Do Algerian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Algerian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel.
Do British citizens need a visa for Algeria?
British citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to Algeria.
Does Algeria have an embassy in the United Kingdom?
Yes, Algeria has its embassy in London, along with 1 other mission in the United Kingdom.