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South Korea Visa for Algeria Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Algerian citizens need a C-3 short-term visa for South Korea — single-entry fee around $40, processing 5-10 working days through the embassy or an approved travel agency.

Guide last updated September 12, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry
  • Completed visa application form
  • Recent passport photo
  • Bank statement showing sufficient funds
  • Employment certificate or business registration
  • Confirmed flight itinerary and hotel booking
  • Invitation letter if visiting relatives or a business contact
  • Biometrics: fingerprints may be collected at the embassy

Visa types

  • C-3 short-term tourist visa: single entry, up to 90 days
  • C-3-9 group tourist visa: processed electronically through a designated travel agency for group travel
  • C-3-4 short-term business visa: for business trips

How to apply online

  • Individual applications are submitted through the Korean Embassy in Algiers; group tourist visas can be processed electronically via a designated Korean travel agency
  • Upload or submit documents, then pay the fee
  • Fee: approximately $40 (single entry) or $66 (multiple entry)
  • Standard processing: 5-10 working days

Fees & processing time

  • Single-entry visa fee: ~$40 (KRW equivalent)
  • Multiple-entry visa fee: ~$66
  • Consular/agency service fee applies if processed through a designated agency
  • Standard processing: 5-10 working days

Tips for Algeria travelers

  • Apply 2-3 weeks before travel
  • Common rejection reason: insufficient proof of financial ties or an unclear travel purpose
  • Group e-visas processed through a registered travel agency tend to move faster than individual applications
  • Extensions while in Korea are handled through the Hi Korea immigration portal or local immigration office

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.