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Mali Visa for Algeria Citizens 2026

Visa Free

Algerian citizens can enter Mali visa-free for up to 30 days under regional free-movement arrangements — a valid passport is sufficient, no visa application required.

Guide last updated September 11, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay
  • Proof of onward/return travel (recommended)
  • Proof of accommodation for the stay
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • No visa application form required
  • No photo required
  • Biometrics: not required for the visa-free entry
  • Travel health insurance: recommended given regional security conditions

Visa types

  • Not applicable for stays up to 30 days — Algerian citizens enter visa-free
  • Long-stay/residence permit: required for stays beyond 30 days, arranged through Malian immigration authorities after arrival

Entry conditions

  • Stay allowed without a visa: up to 30 days per entry
  • Work is not permitted on visa-free entry; a work permit is required for employment
  • Show passport and, if asked, proof of accommodation and return travel at the border
  • Extensions beyond 30 days require registering with the Malian immigration authority (Direction Générale de la Police des Étrangers) before the initial period expires

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee for the 30-day visa-free entry
  • No processing time — entry granted directly at the border
  • No service fees for standard entry
  • Extension/residence permit fees, when needed, are set locally by Malian immigration

Tips for Algeria travelers

  • Check current security advisories for northern and central Mali before finalizing travel plans
  • Common issues: officials may request proof of onward travel even though it is not always strictly enforced
  • Register with the Algerian consulate in Bamako on arrival if staying an extended period, for safety and documentation purposes
  • Start any extension or residence permit process at least a week before the 30-day limit expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.