Application for birth certificate S12 – Algerians residing in France
The S12 is an official document issued by the Algerian authorities. It is mandatory for several administrative procedures, including:
- Obtaining or renewing a biometric passport
- The Algerian national identity card
- Some administrative procedures in Algeria or at the consulate
- This guide simply explains how to apply for an S12 when you live in France.
1. Usefulness of S12
Le S12 est utilisé pour :
- Justifier votre état civil complet (nom, prénom, date et lieu de naissance, filiation)
- Mettre à jour vos documents d’identité
- Effectuer certaines démarches notariales ou administratives en Algérie
2. Conditions for obtaining
Pour demander un S12, vous devez :
- Être citoyen algérien (né en Algérie ou à l’étranger de parents algériens)
- Être inscrit au registre consulaire de votre lieu de résidence
3. Required documents
- Au consulat algérien dont vous dépendez en France
- Par courrier, selon les consuls (à vérifier sur leur site)
- Directement en Algérie auprès de la mairie de naissance
- En ligne sur : demande12s.interieur.gov.dz
4. Where to apply?
In general, you must provide:
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Application form (online or at the consulate)
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Valid Algerian passport or consular card + photocopy
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French residence permit or proof of residence + photocopy
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Recent proof of address (less than 3 months)
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Two recent ID photos (depending on the consulate)
In some cases, a complete copy of the birth certificate (less than 3 months) may be required if you or your ancestors were born in Algeria and your data has not yet been digitized.
5. Deadline and delivery of the document
The processing time depends on:
- The availability of your data in the national civil status database
- The mode of transmission between the Algerian town hall and the consulate
On average:
- Short time: 1 to 2 weeks if the data is already digitized
- Long delay: 4 to 8 weeks if a manual request is necessary from the municipality of birth
Conclusion
To avoid any delay or refusal: Submit a complete file that complies with the consulate’s requirements. Submit your application no earlier than 3 months before the scheduled departure date and no later than 15 days before.
