Algeria - Apply for Marriage Permission

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Procedure

• The prefecture issues a permit based on investigations and, if relevant, interviews with the security forces. Without the permission from the Wilaya i.e., Prefecture (Bureaux des étrangers) where you reside. the marriage cannot be entered into the population registry.

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Marriage Permission, the applicant has to approach the Bureaux des etrangers link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant will be required to visit the central police office together with your fiancé where you will be given a questioner that pertaining your religion, education, employment and personal details.
8. Then the foreigner partner will have photographs and finger prints taken and adscription of the physical appearance.
9. The police will conduct their investigation and submit their findings to the prefecture office.
10. The Prefecture (Bureaux des étrangers) department will then issue the permission based on the police investigation.
11. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority. (if required)
12. This entire process can be completed within 3 – 4 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

The Algerian party submits

• A birth certificate,
• Civil status certificate,
• Residence certificate
• Copy of the ID document.

The foreigner submits

• A civil status certificate,
• Birth certificate,
• Copy of passport
• Residence permit,
• Confirmation of conversion to Islam, NB with foreign women not necessary
• Permit to get married for citizens of countries where this is a requirement. If applicable, evidence of termination of any previous marriages (decree absolute/death certificate).
• Medical citification

Office Locations & Contacts

Wilaya of Algiers:
20, Boulevard Zirout Youcef,
Algiers (Next to Essafir Hotel)
Bureau Des Etrangers.
Tel: 021 73 00 73

Wilaya de Chlef
City CHIRIFI Kaddour CHLEF
02000
ALGERIA
Phone: +213 27 77 11 89
Fax: +213 27 77 70 29

Ministry of Justice:
8 Place Bir
BP 298 Hakim el-Biar
Algiers
Tel: 213 292 4183
Fax: 213 279 6557

Ministre des Affaires Etrangres:
1 Rue Ibn Batrane,
El-Mouradia,
Alger
Email: [email protected]

Ministere de la Solidarite Nationale et de la Famille:
Rabea Mechernene, 16000 Alger
Phone: (213-2) 719-138
Fax: (213-2) 739-996
Contact link

Eligibility

• Foreigners must apply for official permission from the Algerian government to marry a citizen of Algeria.
• Must be 19 years and above

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority. (if required)

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 3 – 4 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Determine your eligibility to apply.
• Determine the likelihood of success for your particular case.
• Ensure your forms are complete and accurately reflect the details of your case for maximum chance of success.
• Ensure you have the necessary and appropriate documents to support your application.
• Submit your application to the Algerian government

Required Information

• Passport no.
• Name of the applicant
• Nationality
• Address
• Gender
• Medical certificate
• The names of both spouses
• Surname
• Self-addressed stamped envelope
• Date and place of birth of both spouses

Need for the Document

• Without the permission and approval by the prefect, the marriage cannot be entered into the population registry, hence you require this document to process your marriage.

Information which might help

• The applicant must demonstrate to Algerian officials that they are not currently married to anyone else - either you have never been married or all divorces are finalized - that your identity is proven, and that you have never committed any crimes in Algeria.
• This is done by providing various documents including an Affidavit of Single Status to the Algerian government either in Algeria or via an Algerian embassy.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• The minimum age for legal marriage in Algeria is 19 for both genders. However, a judge can grant exemption for a reason of interest or in case of necessity
• Because the only language recognized in Algeria is Arabic, documents must all be translated into Arabic to be included in an application
• Documents are also sent to Algeria and Algerian embassies by courier to ensure security, confidentiality, and confirmation of delivery.