Threats in Algeria

The US Department of State continues to warn of the risks of travel to Algeria. There is a high threat of terrorism and kidnappings. Although the major cities are heavily policed, attacks potentially still could take place. The majority of terrorist attacks, including bombings, false roadblocks, kidnappings and ambushes, occur in areas of the country east and south of Algiers.

Algerian and Tunisian security forces are conducting ongoing security operations along the Algeria/Tunisia border in the Chaambi Mountains area, south of Souk Ahras, due to the presence of extremists.