How to obtain a police certificate

Algeria

Do I need to provide a police certificate when applying for permanent residence?
Yes, all applicants must provide a police certificate. 

How and where do I obtain one?

Local Requests
Applicants should apply for a Bulletin no. 3 from the local police station with their birth certificate and national identity card, and pay the applicable fees.

Non-Citizens
Non-citizens should address their request, including a copy of their birth certificate, residence permit and applicable fees, to:

Ministère de la Justice
Service des casiers judiciaires
08 Place Bir Hakem-Le Biar
Alger, Algérie

Non-Resident Requests
Algerians should apply at the nearest Algerian embassy or consulate, which will forward the request to the Ministère de la Justice, Service des casiers judiciaires. Family members residing in Algeria may request a police certificate on behalf of a non-resident citizen from the appropriate local tribunal upon presentation of the applicant’s birth certificate and national identity card, and payment of the applicable fees. Former foreign residents should contact the Ministère de la Justice directly.