Algeria has granted visa-free travel to 55 countries including Sri Lanka, Malaysia and the Maldives.
The North African country’s tourism industry is reportedly experiencing a significant surge with the introduction of a new visa-free travel policy, which was introduced aiming to boost tourism and strengthen international ties by simplifying travel procedures for visitors from these nations.
As a result, Algeria is becoming an increasingly attractive destination, leveraging its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and improved infrastructure to draw in more international travellers with expectations to enhance the country’s tourism revenue and global connectivity.
Algeria’s Tourism Industry Boosts Economy with $ 7.2 Billion GDP Contribution in 2021, Marking a 33 percent Increase.
In 2021, Algeria’s tourism industry significantly contributed to the economy, adding around 7.2 billion U.S. dollars to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). This marked a 33 percent increase compared to the previous year. Domestic tourism plays a crucial role, with roughly 3.7 million local tourists staying in hotels annually before 2020. Additionally, Algeria hosted 3.3 million foreign tourists, including 1.2 million Algerians from the diaspora visiting families.
Domestic tourism is a key driver of Algeria’s travel industry, with most tourists being local travellers. Before the 2020 decline, around 3.7 million domestic tourists annually stayed in hotels and similar accommodations. In comparison, Algeria hosted 3.3 million foreign tourists, with about 1.2 million being Algerians from the diaspora visiting families.
expansions aim to accommodate the increasing number of departures, enhancing travel efficiency and comfort.
Annaba International Airport Rabah Bitat: Serving the northeastern region, this airport sees steady outbound traffic, handling around 500,000 passengers annually, especially to European destinations. It is a key hub for travellers seeking connections to major cities across the Mediterranean.
Oran Ahmed Ben Bella Airport:This airport is a major gateway for outbound travellers from western Algeria, with an annual passenger traffic of approximately 2.5 million. Known for its modern facilities, it supports a growing volume of international departures, particularly to Europe and North Africa.
Noumérat – Moufdi Zakaria Airport: Located in Ghardaia, this airport facilitates outbound travel primarily for regional destinations, managing about 200,000 passengers annually. It plays a vital role in connecting the central Sahara region to the rest of Algeria and beyond.
Adrar Airport – Touat Cheikh Sidi Mohamed Belkebir: Serving the southwestern region, this airport handles outbound passengers mainly travelling to domestic hubs and nearby international destinations, with an annual traffic of roughly 100,000 passengers. It supports the connectivity of the Touat region with broader Algeria.
(Agencies)