The Algerian Consulate in Nanterre simplifies visa procedures in a tense diplomatic context

Good news for families. The Algerian Consulate in Nanterre has announced a measure to make things simpler for some applicants by doing away with the need to make an appointment.

• Who's concerned?
  THE spouses and children of Algerian nationals. These people are often of French nationality.
• What changes?
  If you are applying for a family visa and you are the spouse or child of an Algerian national, you do not have to apply for a family visa. no need to make an appointment at the Nanterre Consulate to submit your application.
• Why?
  This decision was taken to reduce waiting time and respond to the many complaints about the difficulty of getting an appointment. The aim is to to make things easier and travel for these families.

⚠️ Important point: This simplification applies to family visa only for spouses and children of Algerians and only at the Nanterre Consulate.

For all other types of visa for Algeria - tourism, business, work, study, etc. - you must always make an appointment to submit your application.

Documents to be prepared for a family visa Always include the form, your passport, photos, travel insurance certificate, proof of address, accommodation certificate or hotel reservation, and specifically for spouses/children of Algerians, a copy of the spouse's Algerian identity document and a marriage certificate or family record book. Proof of income is also required.. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Diplomatic tensions between France and Algeria: the current context

Alongside this measure for families, relations between Algeria and France are complicated. These tensions have been ongoing for over 9 months.

The situation has recently become even more tense with regard to official travel :

• French decision : France is now asking for a visa Algerian nationals holding diplomatic or service passports for short stays in France. This measure has been in force since May 16. Without this visa, these people will be refused entry at the French border. France justifies this by referring to "abuse" and "visits of convenience". Previously, these passports were visa-exempt thanks to a 2013 agreement.
• Algerian reaction: Algeria has announced that it will apply a "strict reciprocity. The Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs considers that France has suspended the 2013 agreement without respecting procedures. Algeria claims not to have been officially informed and has no particular interest in the agreement.

These actions follow several episodes of expulsions of civil servants by both countries in recent months.

Even if Algeria is not among the top 5 Schengen visa applicants worldwide, Algerians are the first group to apply for visas at French consulates. France receives more Schengen visa applications than any other country in the world, but it is also the country with the most Schengen visas. refuses the most.

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