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Embassy of Algeria in Washington

REMOVAL FROM THE CONSULAR REGISTER

You may be removed from the consular register under the following circumstances:

📌 REASONS FOR REMOVAL:

Death.
Permanent return to Algeria.
Relocation to a different consular district.
Upon your written request.
Failure to renew your registration for over 10 years.

⚠️ CONSEQUENCES OF REMOVAL:

  • If your registration is removed, your name will also be deleted from the electoral roll (voting list).
  • If you require a Certificate of Deletion (Certificat de radiation / شهادة شطب), a processing fee will apply.

📌 HOW TO APPLY:

You have two options for requesting removal from the consular register:

  1. If applying in Algeria:

The request for cancellation of consular registration must be submitted in person at:
📍 Civil Status Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Community Abroad
📍 Plateau des Annassers, Kouba – Algiers

  1. If applying through the Embassy:

Submit the following documents:

Completed Application Form – Must be fully completed and signed.

Original or Expired Consular Card – If lost or stolen, submit a Lost Report Form.

USPS Money Order for $2.50.

Self-Addressed Stamped Return Envelope (only if submitting by mail).

📍 Please ensure all required documents are complete to avoid processing delays.

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