Saudi Export Authority - Algeria Import Process

Table of Contents
1. Business Environment Overview .............................................................................................................................................................. 6

1.1. Ease of Doing Business ................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
1.2. Business Environment .................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
1.3. Working Hours ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.4. Entry requirements in Algeria for KSA nationals ................................................................................................................................... 7
1.5. Key contacts in Algeria for KSA nationals ............................................................................................................................................... 7
1.6. Financial Environment ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
1.7. Legal Environment......................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
2. Rules of Origin ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
2.1. Rules of Origin between KSA and Algeria............................................................................................................................................... 8
2.1.1. Preferential Rules of Origin ......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
3. Trade Barriers ................................................................................................................................................................................................10
3.1 Trade Barriers in Algeria .............................................................................................................................................................................10
3.1.1 Tariff Barriers.................................................................................................................................................................................................10
3.1.2 Non-tariff Barriers........................................................................................................................................................................................11
4. Trade Remedies ............................................................................................................................................................................................14
4.1. Trade Remedies by Algeria: Impact on Saudi exporters ....................................................................................................................14
4.1.1. Tackling Anti-dumping measures in Algeria ........................................................................................................................................14
4.1.2. Tackling Countervailing measures in Algeria .......................................................................................................................................14
4.1.3. Tackling Safeguard measures in Algeria ................................................................................................................................................14
5. Key Ports in Algeria .....................................................................................................................................................................................15
5.1 Key Sea Ports in Algeria..............................................................................................................................................................................15
5.2 Key Airports in Algeria ................................................................................................................................................................................16
5.3 Accessing Key Inland Markets in Algeria ...............................................................................................................................................16
5.3.1 Inland Container Depots (Dry Ports) ......................................................................................................................................................16
5.3.2 Services provided at Inland Container Depots (ICDs) in Algeria ....................................................................................................17
5.3.3 Key Inland Markets and Transportation Methods .............................................................................................................................17
5.4 Shipping Lines Used in Algeria .................................................................................................................................................................17
5.4.1 Major Shipping Lines and Lead Time from KSA to Algeria...............................................................................................................17
5.4.2 Rates of key routes between KSA and Algeria .....................................................................................................................................18
5.4.3 Major air transport lead time and costs from Algeria ........................................................................................................................18
6. Key Logistics Facilities ................................................................................................................................................................................19
6.1 Free Trade Zones in Algeria ......................................................................................................................................................................19
6.2 Storage facilities / services provided at the ports in Algeria .............................................................................................................20
6.2.1 Warehouses in Free Trade Zones ............................................................................................................................................................20
6.2.1.1Bonded Warehouses .................................................................................................................................................................................20
7. Overall Import Process: Algeria................................................................................................................................................................20
7.1 Overall Import Process ...............................................................................................................................................................................20
7.2 Customs Clearance Process ......................................................................................................................................................................22
7.3 Lead Time and Cost of Overall Import Process ...................................................................................................................................24
8. Key Import Documents ..............................................................................................................................................................................24
8.1 Summary table of key import documents.............................................................................................................................................24
8.1.1 Mandatory documents ...............................................................................................................................................................................24
8.1.2 Additional Documents ...............................................................................................................................................................................25
8.2 Documents Overview.................................................................................................................................................................................26
8.2.1 Bill of Lading ..................................................................................................................................................................................................26
8.2.2 Commercial Invoice.....................................................................................................................................................................................26
8.2.3 Packing List ...................................................................................................................................................................................................27
8.2.4 Customs Clearance File ..............................................................................................................................................................................27
8.2.5 Certificate of Conformity ...........................................................................................................................................................................27
8.2.6 Terminal Handling Receipts......................................................................................................................................................................28
8.2.7 Cargo Release Order ...................................................................................................................................................................................28
8.2.8 Import Permit / Pre-Import Clearance ...................................................................................................................................................28
8.2.9 Phytosanitary Certificate............................................................................................................................................................................28
8.2.10Health Certificate ........................................................................................................................................................................................29
8.2.11Certificate of Origin ....................................................................................................................................................................................29
8.2.12Halal Certificate ...........................................................................................................................................................................................30
9. Key Government Agencies involved in import ....................................................................................................................................30
9.1 Key government agencies involved in the import of all types of products ..................................................................................30
9.2 Key government agencies involved in the import of specific types of products ........................................................................31
10. Key Standard Agencies and their Approval Process ...........................................................................................................................32
10.1 Standard Agencies according to Industry ..............................................................................................................................................32
10.2 Algerian Institute for Normalization (IANOR) .....................................................................................................................................32
10.2.1Process for obtaining a Conformity Certificate...................................................................................................................................33
10.2.2Key Documents Required ........................................................................................................................................................................34
10.2.3Lead Time and Costs ..................................................................................................................................................................................34
10.3 Ministry of Agriculture ...............................................................................................................................................................................34
10.4 Directorate of Pharmacy and Medicine (DMP), Ministry of Health ..............................................................................................36
10.4.1Process for registering drugs in Algeria.................................................................................................................................................36
11. Packaging and Labelling Requirements – Algeria ..............................................................................................................................38
11.1 General Industries........................................................................................................................................................................................38
11.1.1Industry Regulator ......................................................................................................................................................................................38
11.1.2Labelling Requirements ............................................................................................................................................................................38
11.2 Food Industry ................................................................................................................................................................................................39
11.3 Pharma Industry ...........................................................................................................................................................................................39
11.4 Cosmetic Industry ........................................................................................................................................................................................39
12. References .....................................................................................................................................................................................................40
Disclaimer
Saudi Export Development Authority “SAUDI EXPORTS” have prepared the Import Guide as a part of its continuous publication
on countries. The purpose of this guide is to provide a high-level view of the country imports process, procedures, documentation
requirements, stakeholders…etc., based on available public information. Its analysis, perceptions, and anticipations are subject to
personal judgment. “SAUDI EXPORTS” is not liable for any consequences caused by the understanding and interpretation of any
part of this guide. In general, the information in the report present a broad view of the imports environment of this country. Saudi
exporters are encouraged to carry out further studies to be updated and more informed on the import process, procedures, and
documentation requirements identified in this report.
1. Business Environment Overview
1.1. Ease of Doing Business1
Algeria has been ranked 166th in the world on the ease of doing business by the Doing Business, World Bank Group. The
ranking is based on certain key parameters that have been elucidated in Table 1 below.
Table 1: Ease of doing business rankings
S. No. Topics Doing Business Rank (2018)

1 Starting a Business 145
2 Dealing with Construction Permits 146
3 Getting Electricity 120
4 Registering Property 163
5 Getting Credit 177
6 Protecting Minority Investors 170
7 Paying Taxes 157
8 Trading Across Borders 181
9 Enforcing Contracts 103
10 Resolving Insolvency 71
1.2. Business Environment2

The cultural differences among people and companies might pose several challenges for Saudi exporters in conducting
cross-border business in a foreign country. For ease of doing cross-border business, Saudi exporters must not only
understand but also strategize to accommodate significant cultural differences between KSA and Algeria.
Arabic and French are the two languages most often used in business communication in Algeria.
The business culture in Algeria is based on developing relationships grounded on personal trust and rapport. As such, it is
advisable for Saudi exporters to be introduced to a potential business prospect by a trusted third party contact. Face-to-
face meetings are to be scheduled two to three weeks in advance, and it is also advisable to reconfirm the meeting one or
two days before the scheduled date. Algerians expect foreign business associates to be punctual for their business
meetings and to be dressed in corporate attire.
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Doing Business 2018
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Santander Trade
The standard way of greetings in a business meeting is a handshake. Business cards are usually exchanged during the
meeting; business cards have to be printed in French on one side and in Arabic on the other. The exchange of gifts is
appreciated during business meetings in Algeria. Business negotiations can often take a long time to bear fruition and
exporters are advised to remain patient throughout the process.
1.3. Working Hours3
Working hours in Algeria are different from KSA. Different businesses operate between varied days and times, as
mentioned below in Table 2. Saudi Exports advises the exporter to recheck with the business partner prior to scheduling
business travel.
Table 2: Working Hours - Algeria
Working Days Working Hours
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Saturday to Wednesday
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
• Government offices also remain open on Thursday mornings
1.4. Entry requirements in Algeria for KSA nationals4

Saudi exporters require a visa to travel to Algeria. Kindly visit the link provided below for more information about the
documentation requirements and to access the visa application form:
http://www.visabureau.com/worldwide/algerian-visa.aspx
1.5. Key contacts in Algeria for KSA nationals

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is the first point of contact for Saudi exporters and is located in Alger in
Algeria. Working hours of the embassy are from 8:30 A.M. to 3 P.M. The embassy provides assistance and guidance for
Saudi nationals in Algeria and can also be contacted in the event of any issues faced by a Saudi exporter.
For more information, Saudi exporters are requested to kindly visit the link provided below:
http://embassies.mofa.gov.sa/sites/algeria/EN/Pages/default.aspx
Saudi exporters can also fill in the form provided below for any enquiries:
http://embassies.mofa.gov.sa/sites/algeria/EN/ContactDiplomaticMission/Pages/ContactWithDiplomaticMission.aspx
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Santander Trade
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VisaBureau
1.6. Financial Environment5
The Banque D’ Algerie is responsible for the regulation and supervision of domestic and foreign banks operating in
Algeria. As of 2016, six state-owned banks were the most prominent banks operating within the commercial sector.
Saudi exporters are requested to kindly visit the link provided below for a more comprehensive list of major banks in
Algeria:
http://www.thebankdirectory.com/banks-in-algeria/
The common method of payment in Algeria is a Letter of Credit with a time limit of 60 days or less.
1.7. Legal Environment6

Contracts for commercial operations are drafted in French or Arabic in Algeria. The Civil Code governs contract
formulation and enforcement. Cases dealing with business disagreements are mainly heard at the following courts:
• Commercial Tribunal
• Court of Appeal
• Supreme Court of Appeal – Commercial Section
Saudi exporters are requested to kindly visit the link provided below for more information about practicing law firms
and lawyers in Algeria:
https://www.hg.org/firms-Algeria.html
As of 2018, Algeria is ranked 103 for enforcing contracts by Doing Business, World Bank. It takes up to 630 days and 19.9%
of the claim amount (e.g. it would cost SAR 19, 900 for a claim amount of SAR 100,000) for resolving a commercial dispute
through court in Algeria. 7
2. Rules of Origin
2.1. Rules of Origin between KSA and Algeria8
Rules of Origin (RoO) govern how imports into a particular country are treated within the context of international trade.
RoO adopted by Algeria will ascertain the customs duties, taxes, and other non-tariff barriers that will apply to goods
imported into the country. Saudi Arabia and Algeria are signatories of the Greater Arab Free Trade Agreement (GAFTA)
which aims to promote trade relations between members of the Social and Economic Council of the Arab League by
relaxing and abolishing generally applied trade barriers.
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US Exports Country Commercial Guide
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Santander Trade
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Doing Business 2018
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Government of Lebanon
As per the provisions of the GAFTA, as recognized by Algerian Customs Code, preferential rules of origin are applied to
imports from KSA into Algeria.
2.1.1. Preferential Rules of Origin9

The Rules of Origin (RoO) for Saudi exports to Algeria are based on the provisions made by the Council of the Arab League;
this has been ratified by Article 9 of the Greater Arab Free Trade Agreement (GAFTA). The RoO for a product to be classified
as being of Arab origin are summarized below:
1. In order for goods to be classified as being of “national origin”, or being “wholly-produced / obtained” from an
exporting Member State, it needs to belong to one of the below-listed categories:
a) Mineral products extracted from its soil, water, or sea-bed.
b) Agricultural products harvested there.
c) Animals born and raised there, and products from animals raised there, including products obtained from
fishing and hunting conducted there.
d) Products of sea fishing and other marine products taken from the sea by its vessels. Also includes products
processed and made from these onboard on the vessels.
e) Used articles obtained there that are fit only for the recovery of raw materials.
f) Waste and scrap obtained from manufacturing operations conducted there.
g) Goods obtained from products referred to from (a) to (f)
2. If goods have been modified in a Member State, then the following stipulations will apply:
o Value added must be 40% of the total value of goods.
o If goods have been modified in a Member State, then the final product should have a different tariff
classification from the raw materials used to manufacture the final product.
Saudi exporters are requested to kindly copy and paste the link provided below in the web browser for more
detailed information about the GAFTA Rules of Origin in Arabic.
http://www.economy.gov.lb/public/uploads/files/GzaleAnnexe02.pdf
3. Certificates of Origin (CoO) are required to evidence origin of goods. These are officially obtained by the exporter by
applying to the Directorate of Supplies at the Ministry of Commerce and Investment or offices of the Ministry in
major cities. To obtain the application form and for more information on the procedure to obtain the Certificate of
origin, Saudi exporters can copy and paste the link provided below in the web browser:
https://mci.gov.sa/en/Agencies/IndustrialAffairs/a8/Documents/Application%20of%20Origin%20Certificate%20(
General%20Form).pdf
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3. Trade Barriers
3.1 Trade Barriers in Algeria
There are several trade barriers faced by countries trading with one another; these include tariff and non-tariff barriers.
However, since 2005, member countries privy to GAFTA are under the obligation to eliminate any regulatory measures
that act as trade barriers; this is in keeping with the Execution Program of GAFTA. Nevertheless, the Program does provide
the following exceptions:
• Certain less developed countries (Sudan and Yemen) can apply for reduced tariffs.10
• Products that are prohibited from being traded for religious, environmental, security, and health reasons in any
member country will be subject to applicable national legislative frameworks.11
As of 2017, Algeria is still not a member of the WTO and this creates issues with uniformity and transparency in global
trade measures.12 Further, bureaucratic hurdles and the extensive time required to fulfill customs procedures in Algeria
also act as significant trade barriers. 13
3.1.1 Tariff Barriers

3.1.1.1 Basic Customs Duty
• Basic Customs Duty is a tariff imposed on goods that are transported across international borders.
• Saudi exports into Algeria are not subject to basic customs duty, as per the provisions of GAFTA, as long as they
satisfy the conditions set out in Section 2.1.1.
3.1.1.2 Internal Consumption Tax (TIC)14

• Internal Consumption Taxes are indirect duties that are charged during the sale or use of specific luxury products
in Algeria.
• These goods include off-road vehicles, cylinders larger than 2,000cc, fruits, etc. For more information and
product-specific TIC rates, kindly copy and paste the link provided below in the web browser:
http://dia-algerie.com/loi-de-finances-2017-augmentation-taxes-impots-droits-de-timbre-de-tva/
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Invest in Yemen
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Algeria Accession Status, WTO
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US Exports – Country Commercial Guide
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Ministry of Finance, Algeria
3.1.1.3 Value Added Tax (VAT) / Taxe sur la Valeur Ajoutée (TVA)15
• VAT is levied on most goods and services in Algeria (imported and locally-sourced) by the Ministry of Finance.
For imported goods, the amount of VAT duties payable are calculated on the basis of customs duty and all
applicable taxes, including TIC.
• The General Tax Code of Algeria sets out two different VAT regimes in Algeria, a normal regime and a reduced
regime.
• As per the normal regime, VAT is levied on all goods at a rate of 19%. Under the reduced regime, VAT is levied at
a rate of 9% on all products related to printing, agricultural materials, traditional crafts, and aquaculture
products.16
• Certain goods imported into the country enjoy VAT exemptions that are granted by the Director General of Taxes
(DGT); these include essential goods such as bread, semolina, bread flour, milk, medicines, sugar, cooking oil,
soybean and fruits and vegetables
• For more information about VAT and applicable exemptions, Saudi exporters are requested to visit the link
provided below:
https://www.mfdgi.gov.dz/index.php/vous-etes-un-professionnel/134-vos-impots/497-taxe-sur-la-valeur-
ajoutee-tva
3.1.2 Non-tariff Barriers
3.1.2.1 Import Prohibitions, Restrictions, and Licensing17
• Imports of certain products into Algeria are prohibited and / regulated for health and safety, national security,
and religious purposes. Items prohibited from being imported into the country include arms and ammunitions.18
Saudi exporters are requested to kindly copy and paste the link provided below in the web browser for more
information:
http://icdt-oic.org/RS_67/Doc/Biz_Guide_DZ.pdf
• Examples of restricted imports include pharmaceutical products, food, chemicals, and consumer goods. Saudi
exporters have to fulfill certain formalities and obtain import licenses / clearances from the relevant product
agencies prior to exporting these goods to Algeria.
• Kindly visit the link provided below for more information on product-specific agencies:
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Santander Trade
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ICDT
http://www.douane.gov.dz/FAP.html
3.1.2.2 Standards19
• The legal framework for the standardization process in Algeria has been provided by Executive Decree No.98-69.
• Algerian Institute for Normalization (IANOR) is the government agency responsible for standardization and all
related issues.
• IANOR works in conjunction with representatives from other sectors (technical committees) to develop national
standards. The organization is also the information dissemination point for queries related to standards.
• IANOR is a member of the following standards organizations:
o International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
o International Electrochemical Commission (IEC)
o Arab Industrial Development and Mining Organization (AIDMO)20
• More information on Standards is provided in Section 10 of this guide.
3.1.2.3 Technical Regulations21

• There are a number of laws and regulations in Algeria that impose technical regulations on certain agricultural
and industrial products.22
• IANOR is the WTO-Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) notification authority and enquiry point for standards and
technical regulations.
• Technical regulations are published in the Official Gazette of Algeria. Saudi exporters are requested to kindly visit
the link provided below to access the same:
http://www.joradp.dz/HFR/Index.htm
3.1.2.4 Certification and Conformity Assessment23

• The national conformity mark in Algeria is known as TEDJ and is awarded by IANOR.
• As per the provisions of Law 09-03 and Decree 05-467, all imports into Algeria are to be accompanied by a
Certificate of Conformity / a Certificat de contrôle de qualité to ensure conformity with applicable national
standards and technical regulations
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IANOR
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Jora DP
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Intertek
• Certificates of Conformity can be obtained by Saudi exporters from third party inspection bodies such as
COETNCNA, Intertek, and SGS. Kindly visit the links provided below for more information and contact details.
o Intertek: http://www.intertek.com/contact/ema/saudi-arabia/
o COETCNA: http://www.cotecna.ae/en/Contact-Us/Offices-Middle-East
o SGS: http://www.sgs-me.com/
• More information is provided in Section 10 of this guide.
3.1.2.5 Accreditation24
• The Agence Algérienne de l’Accréditation (ALGERAC), operating under the Ministry of Industry, is responsible
for accreditation of organizations involved in testing, certification, and management systems registration in
Algeria.
• ALGERAC operates accreditation programs in the following areas: food safety; medical; energy management; and
quality management to name a few.
3.1.2.6 Labelling25
• Goods imported in Algeria are to be labelled in Arabic. French labelling of products is not required even though it
is often considered helpful to do so.
• More information on Labelling is provided in Section 11of this guide.
3.1.2.7 Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Requirements26

• SPS requirements have to be met prior to importing plants and plant products, animal and animal products, and
processed food items into Algeria.
• The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Fisheries is responsible for ensuring food and food safety in
Algeria. Saudi exporters are requested to kindly visit the link provided below for more information:
http://www.minagri.dz/missions.html
• The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Fisheries, in conjunction with the IANOR develops
standards pertaining to the safety and nutritional quality of-food products that enter the Algerian markets for
circulation and distribution.
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Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Fisheries
4. Trade Remedies
4.1. Trade Remedies by Algeria: Impact on Saudi exporters
Trade remedies are tools that facilitate the Algerian government to take remedial action against exports causing material
injury to the domestic industry. Algeria currently does not have a concrete framework in place for the imposition of trade
remedies. However, with its impending accession to the WTO, Algeria might enact a framework for trade remedies in the
future.
4.1.1. Tackling Anti-dumping measures in Algeria

• Prior to exporting, Saudi exporters must understand the complete production cost of the product and its market
price in KSA.
• For avoiding imposition of quantitative restrictions on products imported from KSA, Saudi Exports advises the
Exporters to price the exported products not lesser than the price of that product and/or the production cost in
KSA.
• Saudi Exporters must also have prima facie evidence to prove that the products are not imported or priced at a
price lower than the production cost of the product in that country.
• Saudi Exports advises Saudi exporters to exercise caution while disclosing prima facie evidence to foreign
governments and to share only the needful.
4.1.2. Tackling Countervailing measures in Algeria

• For avoiding imposition of quantitative restrictions on products imported from KSA, Saudi Exports advises the
Exporters not to undertake predatory pricing techniques using the subsidy provided in KSA for production and
export.
• Saudi Exporters must also have prima facie evidence for defense to prove that the subsidy provided by KSA has
not benefited them for reducing the price of the products in Algeria.
4.1.3. Tackling Safeguard measures in Algeria

• Prior to exporting, Saudi exporters must carry out an extensive research on the market to forecast the supply
and demand of the imported products in Algeria.
• In cases where the supply is higher than demand, Saudi Exports advises the exporters to reduce the volume of
exports in a way that it does not affect the domestic industries.
• Saudi Exporters must also have prima facie evidence to prove that the volume of products imported will not
harm or injure the competitiveness of the domestic industries.
5. Key Ports in Algeria
5.1 Key Sea Ports in Algeria27
According to World Port Source, Algeria has 18 key sea ports; the key strategic ones as identified by the CIA Factbook and
are provided in Table 3 below, along with relevant information. Further, the approximate geographic location of these ports
in Algeria are highlighted in Figure 1.
Table 3: Information about key sea ports in Algeria
Port Cargo Handled Website
Port of Algiers Containers, cereals, oil and oil products, general, bitumen http://www.portalger.com.dz/
Liquid and dry bulk, containerized and non-containerized https://www.portdebejaia.dz/index.p
Port of Bejaia
goods, hp/en/
Port of Oran Dry bulk and liquid N/A
Port of http://www.portdeghazaouet.com/ru
N/A
Ghazaouet briques.php?r=1
General cargo, cereals, and liquid bulk cargo, coal, coke, iro https://www.annaba-
Port of Annaba
ore, phosphates, ammonia, fuel, tar port.com/en/index.php
Figure 1: Key Seaports in Algeria
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World Port Source
5.2 Key Airports in Algeria
National Agency for Civil Aviation and Meteorology (ANACIM) is the regulatory authority for overseeing all laws and
regulations governing air transportation in Algeria.28 The key airports handling freight cargo have been notified in Figure
2 below.
Figure 2: Key Freight Airports in Algeria
5.3 Accessing Key Inland Markets in Algeria

5.3.1 Inland Container Depots (Dry Ports)29
Dry ports are inland intermodal terminals that are directly connected by road or rail to a seaport and operate as a
transshipment center for sea cargo to inland destinations. At present, there are 11 public and five private dry ports in
Algeria. Further dry ports are expected to be developed in the provinces of Oran, Skikda, Annaba, Djelfa, and El Oued.
Available information on the existing dry ports has been provided below:
o CMA CGM Dry Port, Oran:

https://www.cma-cgm.com/static/SA/attachments/CC%20ORAN%20DRY%20PORT%20OTERCO.pdf (Kindly
copy and paste the link provided below in the web browser)
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ANACIM
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All Africa
o Algiers Dry Port, Zone Industrielle de Rouaiba
5.3.2 Services provided at Inland Container Depots (ICDs) in Algeria

• Facilities for storage and consolidation of goods
• Rail and road connectivity
• Customs clearance facilitation, quality control, veterinary and phytosanitary-administration
• Maintenance for road or rail cargo carriers
5.3.3 Key Inland Markets and Transportation Methods

According to CIA Factbook, Algiers, Boumerdes, Oran are the key inland markets in Algeria. Information on accessing
these key markets are provided in the Table 4 below:
Table 4: Accessing Key Inland Markets in Algeria
Key Cities Nearest port ( sea / dry) Distance from the port
Algiers Port of Algiers Same city

Algiers Dry Port Same city
Boumerdes Port of Bejaia 188 Kms
Oran Port of Oran Same city
CMA – CGM Dry Port Same city
Tebsessa Port of Annaba 220 Kms
Constantine Port of Annaba 164 Kms
5.4 Shipping Lines Used in Algeria

5.4.1 Major Shipping Lines and Lead Time from KSA to Algeria
According to Linescape30, Port of Jubail, King Abdul Aziz port, Jeddah port and King Abdullah are the only Ports of Call in
KSA for container ships going to Algeria.
Table 5: Lead Time from KSA to Algeria
Port of
Ports in KSA Jeddah Islamic Port King Abdul Aziz port King Abdullah Port
Jubail
Ports in Algeria Duration (in days)
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LineScape
Port of Algiers 10 - 44 25 - 42 17 - 39 24 - 31
Port of Bejaia 15 - 44 29 - 41 17 - 41 28 - 38
Port of Oran 20 - 24 20 - 24 12 - 18 -
Port of Ghazaouet 14 - 40 25 - 27 15 - 39 24 - 41
Port of Annaba 10 - 37 22 - 30 11 – 34 21 - 29
5.4.2 Rates of key routes between KSA and Algeria31

The costs of shipping from these ports to ports in Algeria have also been estimated. Please note that the estimates were
based on certain assumptions which are also provided in the table. The shipping costs were estimated using
http://worldfreightrates.com/en/freight
Table 6: Shipping Cost Estimates from KSA to Algeria
Jeddah Islamic King Abdul Aziz Port King Abdullah Port of Jubail
Ports in KSA
Port Port
Ports in Algeria Cost of Transportation (SAR)*

Port of Algiers 5,906 – 8,491 9,854 - 14,166 - 9,854 – 14,166
Port of Bejaia 5,917 - 8,508 9,864 – 14,183 - 9,864 - 14,183
Port of Oran 6,012 – 8,643 10, 127 - 14,561 - 10,127 – 14,561
Port of Annaba 5,940 - 8,540 10,097 – 14, 519 - 10,098 - 14,519

*Cost assumptions:
Method of shipping selected is ocean
Costs were estimated based on the industries available on World Freight Rates
The value of all products calculated was priced at 100,000 USD
Full container load (FCL) was selected and 40 FT containers & None of the accessorial charges (Hazardous or Insurance) were selected
The cost of transportation is a rough estimate
5.4.3 Major air transport lead time and costs from Algeria32
Goods can be exported by air from Jeddah, Dammam and Riyadh airports to Houari Boumediene, Algiers; Constantine
Airport, Oran Es Senia Airport, and Oued Irara Airport, Hassi Messaoud which are the 4 major freight airports in Algeria.
Table 7 below provides the lead time for transporting goods by air from the major airports in KSA to major airport in
Indonesia. Kindly note that the lead time has been estimated for direct freight flights.
Saudi exporters are requested to kindly visit the link provided for more accurate and up-to-date information:
http://www.worldfreightrates.com/en/freight
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World Freight Rates
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World Freight Rates
Table 7: Lead Times from KSA to Algeria
Airports in KSA Dammam Riyadh Jeddah
Airports in Algeria Duration (in hours)
Houari Boumediene, Algiers; Constantine

Airport, Oran Es Senia Airport, and Oued 5–6 4-5 4-5
Irara Airport, Hassi Messaoud
The costs of air cargo from KSA airports to Algerian airports are estimated in Table 8 below. Please note that the estimates
were based on certain assumptions which are also provided in the table below. The freight costs were estimated using
http://worldfreightrates.com/en/freight
Table 8: Costs from KSA to Algeria
Houari Boumediene, Algiers / Constantine Airport / Oran Es Senia Airport / =

Transportation costs (SAR)
Oued Irara Airport, Hassi Messaoud
Type of product exported Frozen food Frozen meat
Jeddah/ Riyadh/ Dammam 9,134 – 10,095 9,178 – 10,145

*Cost assumptions:
Method of shipping selected is air
Costs were estimated based on the industries available on World Freight Rates
The value of all products calculated was priced at 100,000 USD
Load was selected at 210 kg/cm and dimensions as 140*100*90
None of the accessorial charges (Hazardous or Insurance) were selected
The cost of transportation is a rough estimate
6. Key Logistics Facilities

6.1 Free Trade Zones in Algeria33
Algeria currently does not have any foreign trade zones or free ports.
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6.2 Storage facilities / services provided at the ports in Algeria
6.2.1 Warehouses in Free Trade Zones
6.2.1.1 Bonded Warehouses34
• Bonded warehouses in Algeria are either public or private bonded warehouses.
o Private warehouses: Private warehouses are authorized by the Director General of Customs for the
storage of an operator’s own goods (either imported or intended for export).
o Public warehouses: Public warehouses are authorized by the Director General of Customs to operators
whose main economic activities include the provision of logistics services to traders.
Prospective warehouse operators can apply to the Director General of Customs for authorization by accessing the
link provided below:
http://www.douane.gov.dz/Entrepots.html
• Bonded warehouses facilitate both duty-free and tax-free storage of imported goods for a certain period of time.
• Goods stored in bonded warehouses are only subject to customs duties and taxes when these enter the market for
local consumption.
• Bonded warehouses can house goods duties and taxes free for a period of upto 1 year prior to applying for an
extension, if required.
• Some of the private bonded customs warehouses that can be used by Saudi exporters have been detailed out
below:
o Agility Algeria: http://www.agility.com/EN/countries/Pages/Algeria.aspx
o Arkas Algeria: http://www.arkas.com.tr/en/algeria.html
o Trimex: https://www.trimex-dz.com/The-Group
7. Overall Import Process: Algeria

7.1 Overall Import Process35
All imported products that are to be cleared, whether for home consumption, or for warehousing, are to satisfy the set
customs clearance procedures. However, import processes differ for reasons such as, if the product is for home
consumption or warehousing, transit to another country or transshipment to another customs station. The overall import
process for Algeria is as illustrated in Figure 3 below:
Stage I. Pre-Import Arrangements

There are pre-import arrangements that are to be made before the arrival of goods.
1. The importer must be registered with the Centre National du Registre du Commerce (CNRC)
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Director General of Customs, Algeria
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2. The importer has to carry out a few pre-requisites such as obtaining clearance certificates / permits from relevant
government agencies and assessment bodies.
Illustrative Import Process via Sea Port
I II III
Pre-Import Ship Arrives Bill of Entry via

Arrangements EDI
Zoll
Douane
VI V IV
Customer / Logistics and Customs
Importer Transportation clearance at port
and payment of
duties
Figure 3: Overall Import Process = Process

Stage
Stage II. Ship Arrives
Once the ship enter the port and the discharge of the goods starts, the shipping agent notifies the importer / customs
broker. Further, the shipping agent also has to file a shipping manifest with the Director General of Customs, Algeria.
Stage III. Import Declaration via Electronic Data Interface (EDI)
1. The importer / customs broker prepares a detailed import declaration, attaches all supporting documentation, and
submits it via Electronic Data Interface (EDI).
2. The system channelizes the goods to be cleared into different color-coded lanes based upon an objective risk
assessment technique.
Note: Algeria’s EDI is called Sigad 2
Stage IV. Customs clearance at port and payment of duties
1. Once the importer / broker registers the customs clearance file, the customs authorities audit all the submitted
documentation and upon satisfactory review, authorize the goods to be cleared upon payment. For certain goods, as
dictated by the risk assessment of Sigad 2, physical inspection and testing might be necessary prior to release.
2. All applicable customs duties and taxes are assessed and payable by the importer.
Stage V. Logistics and Transportation
Importer / declaring agent arranges for the logistics and transportation of the goods to his warehouse.
Stage V. Importer / Customer
Imported goods are received by the importer / customer.
7.2 Customs Clearance Process36
Illustrative Customs Clearance Process
I II III
Prior to Bill of Entry Bill of Entry Review of documents
VI V IV
Examination of
Release of cargo Payment of duties imported goods
Figure 4: Overall Customs Clearance Process - Algeria = Process

Stage
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Stage I. Prior to Bill of Entry
1. The importer must be registered with the National Register of Commerce of Algeria. For more information regarding
registration, kindly visit the link provided below:
https://sidjilcom.cnrc.dz/web/cnrc/devenir-membre
Further, the importer has to also obtain a NIF (Numéro d Identification Fiscale / Tax ID Number) before importing
into Algeria.
2. Saudi exporters prepare all necessary technical documentation and conformity certification relevant to goods that
have to satisfy set Algerian legal regulations and requirements
3. The importer also has to arrange for certain permits and clearance certificates from Algerian government agencies
prior to importing certain controlled goods. Saudi exporters are requested to kindly visit the link provided below for
more information on product-specific agencies:
4. The vessel arrives at the port and the goods are discharged within the customs area.
5. The shipping agent has to file the manifest with Algerian Customs and send a Notice of Arrival to the importer.
Stage II. Bill of Entry
1. A detailed customs clearance file is lodged by the importer / customs broker via Sigad 2. The import declaration file
should be registered with Customs within 21 days of arrival of the goods within Algerian customs territory.
2. Additionally, a hard copy of the file might also be required to file with the relevant Customs office, subject to
independent office requirements.
Stage III. Review of Documents37
1. Sigad 2 channelizes the goods into green, amber, and red lanes based on the risk assessment of the information in
the customs clearance file.
2. For goods channelized into the green lane, further documentation audit is not carried out by Customs, and the
importer can directly proceed to payment of customs duties and taxes.
3. For goods channelized into the amber lane, Customs authorities will cross-verify (in detail) the supporting
documentation submitted against the information provided in the import declaration.
4. Upon satisfactory conclusion of documentation review, the goods can be cleared after payment of duties and taxes.
Note: All imports into Algeria have to be accompanied by a pre-shipment certificate which needs to be presented to the
Fraud Authorities for clearance of goods
Stage IV. Examination of imported goods
Goods that are routed into the red lane are subject to physical examination, as well as detailed documentation checks by
Algerian customs officials, in conjunction with representatives from relevant government agencies. Further laboratory
testing is carried out if deemed necessary.
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Stage V. Payment of duties
Following satisfactory resolution of all examination and documentation verification processes, the importer pays all
applicable customs duties and taxes. The Customs officials issue a cargo Release Order after this.
Stage VI. Release of cargo
Upon furnishing of the Cargo Release Order, the goods are released to the importer.
7.3 Lead Time and Cost of Overall Import Process 38
According to the World Bank, the associated time and cost of import for a standard goods shipment are listed in the Table
9 below.
Table 9: Lead Time and Costs of overall import process
Lead Time Cost

S. No Import Procedure
(Hours) (SAR)
1 Documents preparation 249.00 1500.00
Customs clearance and

2 329.00 1748.00
inspections
Total: 578.00 1, 290.00
8. Key Import Documents

8.1 Summary table of key import documents
8.1.1 Mandatory documents39
Seven mandatory documents are required for importing goods into Algeria.
Table 10: Mandatory documents for importing – Algeria
Procured Procured
S.No Document 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
from for
Original
Shipping
1 Airway Bill / Customs ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Company
Bill of Lading
Commercial
2 Exporter Customs ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Invoice
3 Packing List Exporter Customs ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
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Doing Business 2018, World Bank
Customs
4 Importer Customs ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Clearance File
Certificate of
5 Importer Customs ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Conformity
Terminal Algerian
6 Handling port Customs ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Receipt authorities
Cargo Release
7 Customs Customs ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Order
Note:
1 - Building Materials, 2 - Chemicals & Polymers, 3 - Food Products, 4 – Packaging,
5 - Consumer Durables, 6 - Heavy Machinery & Electronics, 7 - Precious Metals & Jewelry
8 - Pharmaceuticals, 9 – Textiles
8.1.2 Additional Documents

A number of additional documents are generally required for customs clearance, details of which are provided below:
Table 11: Additional Documents for Importing – Algeria
Procured
S.No Document Procured from 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
for
Import License / Pre- Various relevant
1 Customs ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
import clearance ministries in Algeria
Phytosanitary Approved authority
2 Customs   ✓      
certificate in origin country
Approved authority
3 Health Certificate Customs  ✓ ✓      
in origin country
Approved authority
4 Certificate of Origin Customs ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
in origin country
Approved authority
5 Halal Certificate Customs   ✓      
in origin country
Note:
1 - Building Materials, 2 - Chemicals & Polymers, 3 - Food Products, 4 - Packaging,
5 - Consumer Durables, 6 - Heavy Machinery & Electronics, 7 - Precious Metals & Jewelry
8 - Pharmaceuticals, 9 - Textiles
8.2 Documents Overview
8.2.1 Bill of Lading40
The Bill of Lading as defined by the International Trade Centre (Intracen) acts as:
• A receipt where the carrier acknowledges that he has received the carriage; this acts as an evidence for the
contract of carriage.
• A transferable document of title where the goods are delivered according to the “to order” provided in the Bill of
Lading and follow all validations that are provided in the order.
Figure 5: Ocean Bill of Lading Sample
8.2.2 Commercial Invoice41

The commercial invoice is a bill for the goods purchased, which is provided to the buyer by the seller. Such invoices are
mostly used in foreign trade as it allows governments to identify the actual value of the goods when they are assessed.
Figure 6: Commercial Invoice Sample
40
Intracen
41
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8.2.3 Packing List 42
Packing lists provide detailed information about the shipment. An international packing list contains details about the seller,
buyer, shipper, invoice number, date of shipment, mode of transport, carrier, and itemizes quantity, description, the type of
package, such as a box, crate, drum, or carton, the quantity of packages, total net and gross weight (in kilograms), package
marks, and dimensions.
Figure 7: Packing List Sample
8.2.4 Customs Clearance File43

Goods imported into Algeria must be accompanied by a Customs Clearance File. It consists of the following components:
o Copy of the Algerian Commercial Register: Obtained after registration with the National Register of
Commerce of Algeria
o Copy of the NIF code (Numero d'Identification Fiscale)
o Invoice domiciled with an approved bank in Algeria
8.2.5 Certificate of Conformity

A Certificate of Conformity (CoC) shows that the goods being exported comply with the relevant technical regulations and
national, regional or international standards of the country of import. The CoC is mandatory for all imports into Algeria. 44
Saudi exporters are to obtain CoC from third party inspection bodies accredited by the Saudi Accreditation Committee
(SAC).
A sample Certificate of Conformity is shown in Figure 8 below:
42
KK Institute
43
44
COETCNA
Figure 8: Certificate of Conformity Sample
8.2.6 Terminal Handling Receipts

Terminal handling charges are charges associated with the handling of goods at port terminals. These are payable to the
relevant Algerian port authorities. Receipts issued following the payment of these charges are required from the importer
by Algerian Customs officials prior to release of goods.
8.2.7 Cargo Release Order

The Cargo Release Order is required by Algerian Customs for the release of goods to the importer. This Approval Letter is
received upon filing of the customs import declaration, satisfactory physical examinations, and payment of all customs
duties and taxes
8.2.8 Import Permit / Pre-Import Clearance

Import permit allows the importer to import specified goods in specified quantity. Importer must obtain an import permit
from the relevant authorities prior to the shipment of goods to Algeria.
8.2.9 Phytosanitary Certificate

A Phytosanitary Certificate is an official document issued by the plant protection organization of the exporting country to
the plant protection organization of the importing country. It certifies that the plants or plant products covered by the
certificate have been inspected according to appropriate procedures and are considered to be free from quarantine pests
and practically free from other injurious pests, and that they are considered to conform to the current phytosanitary
regulations of the importing country.45
A sample of a phytosanitary certificate is shown in Figure 9 below:
45
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Figure 9: Phytosanitary Certificate Sample
8.2.10 Health Certificate

The purpose of the health certificate is to protect human health and safety, and to keep international trade under control.
It is procured by the exporter from the relevant authorities in the producing country for products such as foods, chemicals
and polymers, etc.46
A sample Health Certificate used for trading purposes is shown in Figure 10 below:
Figure 10: Health Certificate Sample
8.2.11 Certificate of Origin

According to the International Chamber of Commerce, the Certificate of Origin (CoO) is a document which attests that the
goods imported are wholly obtained, produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. 47 The sample CoO
issued by Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Saudi Arabia is shown in Figure 11 below:
46
Global Negotiator
47
International Chamber of Commerce
Figure 11: Certificate of Origin Sample
8.2.12 Halal Certificate48

The Halal Certificate is issued by a competent authority as an assurance that a particular product has been thoroughly
investigated and found to conform to the Islamic Sharia laws.
Figure 12: Halal Certificate
9. Key Government Agencies involved in import

9.1 Key government agencies involved in the import of all types of products
There are number of government entities or agencies who are involved in the import process in Algeria, irrespective of the
type of product. These entities or agencies are summarized with their roles in the import process and their websites are
given in Table 12.
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Table 12: Key government agencies involved in Import
Key government agencies Role Website
• Responsible for monitoring, regulating, and http://www.douane.gov.dz/in
Direction Générale des
clearing the movements of goods and persons dex.php
Douanes
across the customs territory of Algeria
• IANOR / Algeria Institute for Standardization is
Algerian Institute for responsible for developing standards and N/A
Normalization (IANOR) certifying products subject to compulsory
standards / technical regulations in Algeria.
L'Organisme Algérien • Responsible for the accreditation of conformity N/A
d'Accréditation (ALGERAC) assessment bodies in Algeria.
• Responsible for overseeing the flow of money,
credit, and foreign exchange in Algeria and thus
develop the most favorable conditions for http://www.bank-of-
Bank of Algeria algeria.dz/
economic development.
• Central bank of Algeria with regulatory authority
over other local banks.
• The Ministry of Commerce is responsible for the
development and regulation of foreign trade and
Ministry of Commerce, N/A
local market competition, as well as the
Algeria
protection of the quality of goods and services in
Algeria.
9.2 Key government agencies involved in the import of specific types of products
There are number of other governmental entities or agencies involved in the import process in Algeria based on the type of
industry or products. A list of key entities or agencies along with the information such as the industry / product types the
serve, their role in the import process, and their websites are given in Table 13.
Table 13: Government agencies involved in import for specific industries
Government agency Product/Industry Function/Role Website

Ministry of Agriculture, Food products • The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural
Rural Development, and http://www.minagri.
Development, and Fisheries is a
Fisheries state body responsible for the dz/index.php
safety of food products in Algeria.
Ministry of Health and Pharmaceutical • The Ministry of Health and
Population, Algeria products Population is responsible for http://www.sante.go
developing and implementing the v.dz/
national policy on health
regulation in Algeria.
10. Key Standard Agencies and their Approval Process

10.1 Standard Agencies according to Industry
Goods exported by Saudi exporters that are classified within the nine key industries identified by Saudi Exports are certified
by one or more of the following agencies.
1. IANOR
2. Directorate of Pharmacy and Medicine (DMP), Ministry of Health, Population and Hospital Reform
3. Ministry of Agriculture
The matrix in Table 14 shows the industries and the standard agencies suppliers need to approach to obtain certification.
Table 14: Standard agencies for various industries
S.No. Agency 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Web Link
1 IANOR N/A
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Directorate of Pharmacy http://www.ands.dz/pharmacie-

2  ✓ med/sommaire.htm
and Medicine (DMP)
3 Ministry of Agriculture ✓
http://www.minagri.dz/ 
Note:
1 - Building Materials, 2 - Chemicals & Polymers, 3 - Food Products, 4 - Packaging,
5- Consumer Durables, 6 - Heavy Machinery & Electronics, 7 - Precious Metals & Jewelry
8- Pharmaceuticals, 9 – Textiles
10.2 Algerian Institute for Normalization (IANOR)

IANOR is the national standards body of Algeria. The body is responsible for developing national standards for different
products and is responsible for managing conformity of products to these standards.
In 2011, the Ministry of Commerce issued a reminder to all importers about their obligations under the Law 09-03 and the
Decree 05-467 to submit proof of conformity for all imported goods that enter Algerian Customs territories.
10.2.1 Process for obtaining a Conformity Certificate49
The process to obtain a Conformity Certificate prior to exporting products to Algeria has been illustrated in Figure 13 below.
Saudi exporters can approach third party inspection bodies for obtaining a Conformity Certificate for their shipment. The
details of a few key inspection bodies have been provided below:
o Intertek: http://www.intertek.com/contact/ema/saudi-arabia/
o COETCNA: http://www.cotecna.ae/en/Contact-Us/Offices-Middle-East
o SGS: http://www.sgs-me.com/
Illustrative Process for Obtaining a Conformity Certificate
I II III
Fulfillment of pre- Review of Consignment inspection

requisites documentation and testing
✓
IV
Issuance of Certificate of
Conformity
Figure 13: Process for obtaining a Conformity Certificate = Process stage

Stage I: Fulfillment of pre-requisites
1. Saudi exporters prepares all technical documentation, as outlined in Section 10.2.2 , regarding the products to be
exported.
2. The exporter submits a Request for Certification (RFC) to the relevant third party inspection body along with the
compiled technical documentation.
Stage II: Review of documentation
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1. The 3rd party inspection body reviews the submitted documentation, along with the RFC, to ensure that it is sufficient
to carry out a conformity assessment of the products with the prescribed Algerian standards.
2. Upon satisfactory documentation review, the inspection body issues a quotation to the exporter / applicant regarding
certification costs (including physical inspection costs (if necessary)).
3. The exporters pays the quoted fees to the inspection body.
Stage III: Consignment Inspection / Testing
1. The inspection body coordinates with the exporter to arrange a suitable inspection slot.
2. An inspector is appointed to visit the exporter’s premises and cross-verify the consignment with the documentation
submitted by the exporter. Samples are taken from the consignment for further laboratory analysis and testing, if
deemed necessary.
Stage IV: Issue of Certificate of Conformity
Upon successful review and conformity assessment of the test reports and inspection results with Algerian standards
and technical regulations, the third party inspection body issues the Certificate of Conformity to the exporter.
10.2.2 Key Documents Required

o Application for Conformity Assessment
o Details of products which are included in the shipment
o Location of consignment and provisional date of availability for inspection
o Payment details, port of discharge, port of loading, mode of transport
o Information for Interaction
o Test reports / Reports of analysis / Quality mark validity proof
o Product specification sheet / MSDS
o Certificates related to the management of the quality / safety system
o Invoice
10.2.3 Lead Time and Costs
Saudi exporters are advised to get in touch with the third-party inspection body to find out more details about lead time
and costs.
10.3 Ministry of Agriculture50

The Ministry of Agriculture is responsible for formulating legislation regarding domestic food production and for the
health and safety of imported agricultural and food products into Algeria. Saudi exporters are requested to kindly visit the
link provided below for more information about the food industry regulator:
http://www.minagri.dz/
Stage I: Pre-import arrangements
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1. The Saudi exporter carries out certain pre-requisites prior to the importation of food products into Algeria. All relevant
quality certification (sanitary and phytosanitary certificates and conformity certificates) regarding the consignment
is obtained by the exporter.
2. Further, the importer also has to procure certain clearances and permits from relevant government agencies for
certain food products. Kindly visit the link provided below for more information:
Illustration of the Food Import and Customs Clearance Process
I II III
Pre-import Submission of Import Document verification,

arrangements Declaration Inspection and sampling of food
IV
Release of goods to
the importer
importer
Figure 14: Food Import and Customs Clearance Process = Process Stage
Stage II: Submission of Import Declaration

The importer / broker registers the customs clearance file via Sigad II. If required by the customs office of entry, a physical
copy of the declaration is also lodged there.
Stage III: Document verification, inspection and sampling of imported food for laboratory analysis
1. All food consignments coming into Algeria can be subject to any or all of the three clearance routes elaborated below,
depending upon the risk assessment route decided by Sigad II.
o Green: Consignment subject to cursory supporting documentation check against the details provided in
the customs declaration form
o Amber: Consignment subject to detailed documentation audit
o Red: Consignment subject to detailed documentation audit, physical examination, and laboratory analysis
(if required)
This is carried out by officers from the Ministry of Commerce, in conjunction with Algerian customs officials.
Note: All food products imported into Algeria have to be accompanied by Phytosanitary Certificate and the Certificate of
Conformity.
Stage IV: Release of goods to the importer
Upon conclusion of satisfactory documents verification, physical inspection, and / laboratory analysis, the importer pays
all customs duties and taxes, a Cargo Release Order is issued.
Saudi exporters are advised to get in touch with the Ministry of Agriculture and third-party inspection bodies to find out
more details about lead time and costs.
10.4 Directorate of Pharmacy and Medicine (DMP), Ministry of Health
All pharmaceutical products imported into Algeria have to be registered with the DMP before being allowed to freely
circulate within the Algerian market. The Executive Decree No: 92-284 on the registration of pharmaceutical products for
human use broadly govern the registration of pharmaceutical products into Algeria. Saudi exporters are requested to
kindly copy and paste the link provided below in the web browser for more information:
http://www.ands.dz/pharmacie-med/decret-executif_92_284.pdf
It is to be noted that the document is in French and Saudi exporters are advised to use a qualified translator to learn more.
10.4.1 Process for registering drugs in Algeria51
The process for registering drugs in Algeria has been illustrated in Figure 15 below.
Stage I. Saudi exporter carries out the pre-requisites

1. Saudi exporter prepares technical documents pertaining to the safety, quality, and efficacy of the product.
2. The exporter submits an application form in the prescribed format of Fiche de Soumission de Produits
Pharmaceutiques an l'Enregistrement to the DMP.
Note: Information regarding the benefits of the drug to the Algerian health industry, as well as its prices in three
countries has to be submitted at this stage.
The DMP verifies if the medicine seeking registration is listed in the National Nomenclature of Medicines. If it has not
been listed, then another application as per the format of the Therapeutic Information Form for registration in Algeria
is to be filled in and submitted
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Illustration of the process for registering drugs in Algeria
I II III
Saudi exporter Submission of dossier to Technical review of
carries out the pre- DMP documentation
requisites
V IV
Registration of drug Laboratory analysis of

samples
Figure 15: Process for registering drugs in Algeria = Process Stage
Stage II. Submission of dossier to DMP

1. Upon acceptance of the Fiche de Soumission, the applicant is then required to submit a more detailed dossier as
per the instructions in the Procedures for pharmaco-toxicological and clinical analyzes of pharmaceutical
products which can be obtained from the DMP upon request.
2. One lot of samples is also submitted to the National Laboratory for the Control of Pharmaceutical Products for
analysis and testing.
3. All applicable fees are also paid at this stage.
Stage III. Technical review of documentation
A technical evaluation of the documentation submitted in the dossier is carried out by the DMP.
Note: A provisional registration valid for one year can be authorized by the DMP at this stage upon successful
documentation audit.
Stage IV: Laboratory Analysis of Samples
Following satisfactory documentation assessment, the National Laboratory for the Control of Pharmaceutical Products
carries out detailed laboratory testing of the samples to ensure conformity with national regulations.
Stage V: Registration of drug
If the results of the laboratory analysis comply with the national regulations, the DMP grants permanent registration
authorization to the applicant. The authorization is valid for 5 years.
Note: The Algerian Ministry of Health has suspended receiving registration for pharmaceutical products for the
time-being.
Provisional registration of drugs takes around 3 months in Algeria. Saudi exporters are advised to get in touch with the
DMP to find out more details about lead time and costs.
11. Packaging and Labelling Requirements – Algeria

11.1 General Industries52
11.1.1 Industry Regulator
The regulator for general industries is the Ministry of Commerce.
11.1.2 Labelling Requirements

The labelling requirements for goods, in general, are listed in Table 15 below:
Table 15: Labelling requirements for goods into Algeria
S. no Category Information required

1 Name of the product
2 Name and address of manufacturer
3 Country of origin Labels must be in Arabic (French optional)
4 Weight
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11.2 Food Industry
The food industry regulator is the Ministry of Agriculture. Currently, there is no informational available online about the
labeling requirements; Saudi exporters are requested to kindly visit the link provided below for updates on the same.
http://www.minagri.dz/
11.3 Pharma Industry
The pharma industry is regulated by the Directorate of Pharmacy and Medicine (DMP), Ministry of Health. Currently,
there is no informational available online about the labeling requirements; Saudi exporters are requested to kindly visit
the link provided below for updates on the same.
http://www.ands.dz/pharmacie-med/sommaire.htm
11.4 Cosmetic Industry
The cosmetics industry is regulated by the Directorate of Pharmacy and Medicine (DMP), Ministry of Health. Currently,
there is no informational available online about the labeling requirements; Saudi exporters are requested to kindly visit
the link provided below for updates on the same.
http://www.ands.dz/pharmacie-med/sommaire.htm
12. References
Footnote Links
1 http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/algeria#trading-across-borders
2 https://en.portal.santandertrade.com/establish-overseas/algeria/business-practices
3 https://en.portal.santandertrade.com/establish-overseas/algeria/business-practices
4 http://www.visabureau.com/worldwide/algerian-visa.aspx
5 https://www.export.gov/article?id=Algeria-Methods-of-Payment
6 https://en.portal.santandertrade.com/establish-overseas/algeria/legal-environment
7 http://www.doingbusiness.org/data/exploreeconomies/algeria#enforcing-contracts
8 http://www.economy.gov.lb/?/subSubcatInfo/2/91
9 http://www.economy.gov.lb/public/uploads/files/2340_7722_8709.pdf
10 http://www.investinyemen.org/content.php?c=1&langid=2&pageid=3
11 http://www.economy.gov.lb/?/subSubcatInfo/2/91
12 https://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/acc_e/a1_algerie_e.htm
13 https://www.export.gov/article?id=Algeria-Trade-Barriers
14 https://www.mfdgi.gov.dz/images/pdf/LF2017/lf_2017_mesures_fiscales.pdf *
15 https://www.mfdgi.gov.dz/images/pdf/LF2017/lf_2017_mesures_fiscales.pdf *
16 https://en.portal.santandertrade.com/establish-overseas/algeria/tax-system
17 http://www.douane.gov.dz/FAP.html
18 http://icdt-oic.org/RS_67/Doc/Biz_Guide_DZ.pdf *
19 https://www.export.gov/article?id=Algeria-Trade-Standards
http://www.certinfo.or.kr/fileDownload.do;jsessionid=4908E4197A85B0562328D0A78BE9F6F0?atch
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Table of Contents

1. Business Environment Overview .............................................................................................................................................................. 6

Table 1: Ease of doing business rankings

S. No. Topics Doing Business Rank (2018)

1.2. Business Environment2

Working Days Working Hours

1.4. Entry requirements in Algeria for KSA nationals4

1.5. Key contacts in Algeria for KSA nationals

1.7. Legal Environment6

2.1.1. Preferential Rules of Origin9

3.1.1 Tariff Barriers

3.1.1.2 Internal Consumption Tax (TIC)14

3.1.2.3 Technical Regulations21

3.1.2.4 Certification and Conformity Assessment23

3.1.2.7 Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Requirements26

4.1.1. Tackling Anti-dumping measures in Algeria

4.1.2. Tackling Countervailing measures in Algeria

4.1.3. Tackling Safeguard measures in Algeria

Figure 1: Key Seaports in Algeria

Figure 2: Key Freight Airports in Algeria

5.3 Accessing Key Inland Markets in Algeria

o CMA CGM Dry Port, Oran:

5.3.2 Services provided at Inland Container Depots (ICDs) in Algeria

5.3.3 Key Inland Markets and Transportation Methods

Table 4: Accessing Key Inland Markets in Algeria

Algiers Port of Algiers Same city

5.4 Shipping Lines Used in Algeria

Table 5: Lead Time from KSA to Algeria

Ports in Algeria Duration (in days)

5.4.2 Rates of key routes between KSA and Algeria31

Ports in Algeria Cost of Transportation (SAR)*

Port of Bejaia 5,917 - 8,508 9,864 – 14,183 - 9,864 - 14,183

Port of Oran 6,012 – 8,643 10, 127 - 14,561 - 10,127 – 14,561

Port of Annaba 5,940 - 8,540 10,097 – 14, 519 - 10,098 - 14,519

Airports in KSA Dammam Riyadh Jeddah

Airports in Algeria Duration (in hours)

Houari Boumediene, Algiers; Constantine

Table 8: Costs from KSA to Algeria

Houari Boumediene, Algiers / Constantine Airport / Oran Es Senia Airport / =

Type of product exported Frozen food Frozen meat

Jeddah/ Riyadh/ Dammam 9,134 – 10,095 9,178 – 10,145

6. Key Logistics Facilities

7. Overall Import Process: Algeria

Stage I. Pre-Import Arrangements

Illustrative Import Process via Sea Port

Pre-Import Ship Arrives Bill of Entry via

Figure 3: Overall Import Process = Process

Stage V. Importer / Customer

Imported goods are received by the importer / customer.

7.2 Customs Clearance Process36

Illustrative Customs Clearance Process

Prior to Bill of Entry Bill of Entry Review of documents

Figure 4: Overall Customs Clearance Process - Algeria = Process

Table 9: Lead Time and Costs of overall import process

Lead Time Cost

1 Documents preparation 249.00 1500.00

Customs clearance and

Total: 578.00 1, 290.00

8. Key Import Documents

Table 10: Mandatory documents for importing – Algeria

8.1.2 Additional Documents

Table 11: Additional Documents for Importing – Algeria

Figure 5: Ocean Bill of Lading Sample

8.2.2 Commercial Invoice41