COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in Algeria (19 November Update)

Can a resident enter the country?

• Yes

• Citizens and residents are allowed to enter the country.

Can a foreigner enter the country?

• No with exceptions

• Entry into Algeria is prohibited except for foreign nationals with diplomatic/residency visas and employees of foreign companies operating in Algeria.

Is a test certificate accepted?

• No

• A test certificate issued in another country is accepted.

Test certificate required?

• No

• A negative COVID-19 test report is not required to enter the country.

Is quarantine required on arrival?

• Yes

• Any citizens/residents arriving in Algeria will be subject to a 14-day quarantine at designated hotels.

Airline restrictions

• Total

• All domestic and international flights are suspended until further notice.

• Repatriation and cargo flights are permitted.

Border restrictions

• Significant

• Air, land and sea borders remain closed until further notice.

Curfew restrictions

• Moderate

• A night curfew is in effect from 20:00 to 05:00 in these 29 provinces: Algiers, Boumerdes, Souk Ahras, Tissemsilt, Djelfa, Mascara, Oum El Bouaghi, Batna, Bouira, Relizane, Biskra, Khenchela, M’sila, Chlef, Sidi Bel Abbes, Médéa, Blida, Bordj Bou Arreridj, Tipaza, Ouargla, Bechar, Constantine, Oran, Sétif, Annaba, Bejaia, Adrar, Laghouat, El Oued.

• A targeted lockdown may be imposed on other regions with high numbers of coronavirus cases.

Social distancing restrictions

• Significant

• Family gatherings and weddings remain banned.

Internal travel restrictions

• Minimal

• Public transportation in all provinces has resumed.

• Both public and private urban transport will remain suspended during weekends throughout the country.

• Some travel between provinces is now permitted although public transport options are limited.

• Rail services remain suspended. Urban taxis are operating with social distancing measures and with a maximum of two passengers.

Non-essential shops open?

• Yes

• Businesses, including shops selling building materials, public works, cosmetics and perfume shops, bookshops, traditional bakery and pastry shops, fabric and bedding, clothing and shoes, home and office furniture, and hairdressers have reopened.

Accommodations open?

• Yes

• Hotels are open adhering to mandatory and strict sanitary measures.

Restaurants open?

• Yes

• Restaurants are open.

Bars and cafes open?

• Yes

• Cafes and bars are open.

Beaches and tourism sites open?

• Yes with exceptions

• Beaches are open in some districts.

Museums and heritage sites open?

• Yes

• Museums and libraries are open.

Personal care services open?

• Yes

• Personal care services are open.

Events allowed?

• No

• Events are not allowed.

Places of worship open?

• Yes

• All churches, mosques, and other places of worship are allowed to open adhering to strict social distancing and hygiene measures.

Masks required in public?

• Yes

• Face masks are compulsory in all public places, on public transportation, and in commercial establishments. Penalties and imprisonment of up to 6 months may be imposed if these measures are violated.

Other

• Nursery classes have been allowed to resume with limited capacity.

• The start of the academic year, including for professional training, has been postponed until 15 December.

Advice

The COVID-19 epidemic is changing constantly worldwide. This information is subject to change as the situation evolves. Travel and border restrictions may change with little or no notice. Some countries are beginning to remove some restrictions gradually. Check with your airline, booking agent, or country’s embassy for information on your specific travel plans.