Algeria is a gas and oil exporter to southern Europe and one of the world's largest wheat importers.
CapitalAlgiers
CurrencyAlgerian dinar (DZD)
LanguagesArabic, Tamazight; French in business
RegionAfrica
Why Algeria matters for trade
- Pipeline gas to Italy and Spain, plus LNG
- Growing nitrogen fertilizer and phosphate exports
- Large, state-led import demand for grains, dairy and sugar
What Algeria sells and buys
| Main exports | Main imports |
|---|---|
| Natural gas and LNG, Crude oil and refined products, Urea and ammonia, Phosphate | Wheat, Milk powder, Sugar, Vegetable oils, Machinery |
Main ports and routes
Algiers, Oran, Arzew, Skikda, Béjaïa.
Check before you tradeImports are tightly regulated and often run through state agencies and tenders. Check current import licensing rules before quoting.
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TradeScout24 Insights · Country overview; figures will be added from DEİK, business council and national sources · Last reviewed 31 Oct 2026