Algeria is represented in Australia by its embassy in Canberra.
Offices of Algeria in Australia
Open an office to see its full address, opening hours by day, the area it serves and how to contact it.
Consular services of Algeria for people in Australia
Algeria's official channels list 12 services for people in Australia. Each one shows where to apply, what to bring and the fees when they are published.
- Legalisation of documentsThe embassy legalises personal and commercial documents for use in Algeria after DFAT certification.
- Parental authorisation for minor travelAlgerian minors (19 or under) travelling without both parents need a father-signed authorisation, valid three months.
- Power of attorney (procuration)Algerian nationals appoint someone to act for them in Algeria.
- National military service registration and defermentAlgerian men born in Australia or NZ are registered automatically at 18; students can obtain deferment, and medical or presidential exemptions can be requested.
- Biometric passport (renewal or first issue)Algerians registered at the embassy apply for a biometric passport.
- Lost, stolen or damaged passport replacementAlgerians whose passport is lost, stolen or damaged follow the normal passport process with extra evidence and a penalty for loss.
- Police clearance certificateAlgerian citizens and permanent residents (and foreigners who worked or travelled in Algeria) can request an Algerian police record via the embassy.
- Consular registration (initial, renewal, transfer)Algerian citizens and residents in Australia, NZ and the South Pacific register at the embassy and get a consular card valid five years, needed for most other services.
- Laissez-passer (travel document)A 30-day document issued exceptionally for returning to Algeria; not an identity document.
- Entry visa to AlgeriaForeign nationals from Australia, NZ, Timor-Leste and the Pacific apply by post to the embassy for an Algerian visa; fees depend on category and country of application.
Other services listed by Algeria
- Biometric national identity cardAlgerians with a biometric passport apply online through the Ministry of the Interior's website; the card is sent to the embassy for collection. The embassy no longer takes the application itself. Official page
- Elections and voting cardCitizens registered at the embassy and 18 or older are on the electoral roll and receive a voting card; the roll is reviewed 1-31 October yearly. Official page
Before you contact Algeria's missions
Office details come from the Australian Government's diplomatic and consular lists and each country's official pages, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Opening hours, fees and requirements change without notice, so confirm with the office before you travel or send documents.
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