Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed.
\nExercise increased caution in Algeria due to terrorism and kidnapping.
\nDo not travel to:
\nCountry Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Algeria. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning and have recently targeted the Algerian security forces. Most attacks take place in rural areas, but attacks are possible in urban areas despite a heavy and active police presence.
\nThe U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens outside Algiers province due to Algerian government restrictions on travel by U.S. government employees.
\nRead the country information page for additional information on travel to Algeria.
\nIf you decide to travel to Algeria:
\nEastern and southern borders — Level 4: Do Not Travel
\n Avoid travel to rural areas within 50 km (31 miles) of the border with Tunisia and within 250 km (155 miles) of the borders with Libya, Niger, Mali, and Mauritania due to terrorist and criminal activities, including kidnapping.
Visit our website for High-Risk Travelers.
\nOverland travel to the Sahara Desert — Level 4: Do Not Travel
\n Do not travel overland in the Sahara Desert due to terrorist and criminal activity, including kidnapping.
Visit our website for High-Risk Travelers.
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