UK (FCDO) travel advisory — Algeria

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office advises against all travel to certain areas of Algeria, specifically within 30 kilometres of the country's borders with Libya, Mauritania, Mali, Niger and Tunisia. This advisory applies to the provinces of Illizi and Ouargla, as well as the Chaambi mountains area. The alert is currently active and covers a radius of approximately 600 kilometres.

If you are currently in one of these affected zones, you should avoid remaining in or travelling through these border regions. The advisory reflects a high-level security concern in these areas. You should exercise a high degree of caution throughout Algeria and follow local authorities' guidance on movement and safety.

Consult your country's official travel advisory service for specific instructions on your situation. Monitor local news and maintain contact with your embassy. This alert is based on guidance from the UK Foreign Office, Canadian, French and German authorities.