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.
Where to apply in Australia
Embassy of Algeria, 29 Cobbadah Street, O'Malley, Canberra (ACT); serves Australia, New Zealand, Timor-Leste and South Pacific countries. Counter hours 9:00-15:00 weekdays (per contact page).
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Algeria.
How to apply
Send the completed form and documents by post or lodge at the embassy | renew every 5 years | transfers handled by the embassy from another mission | notify the embassy by email of address, marital or residency changes
Documents you need
- Initial: signed form
- Copy of Algerian photo ID
- Original birth certificate under 12 months old
- Parents' birth/death certificates
- Proof of residency
- Proof of address
- Five photos
- Proof of work or study
- Marriage certificate if married
- Algerian police record under 3 months
- Return envelope. Renewal: form, expired card, two photos, residency proof, address and work/study proof
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: free (US$2.50 for a lost or stolen card declaration)
Good to know
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Official sources
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Algeria's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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More services of Algeria in Australia
- Biometric passport (renewal or first issue)
- Entry visa to Algeria
- Laissez-passer (travel document)
- Legalisation of documents
- Lost, stolen or damaged passport replacement
- National military service registration and deferment
- Parental authorisation for minor travel
- Police clearance certificate
- Power of attorney (procuration)