Given a recent surge in protests across Algeria related to the situation in Gaza, the U.S. Embassy in Algiers has issued an alert advising American citizens to exercise caution while in public. The Embassy encourages individuals to stay informed and steer clear of large gatherings or demonstrations.
In its advisory, the Embassy suggests several actions for American citizens in Algeria: "Monitor local media for updates," "Avoid crowds," "Avoid demonstrations," "Be aware of your surroundings," and "Minimize unnecessary movements."
U.S. citizens needing assistance can contact the U.S. Embassy in Algiers at +213 (0) 770 082 000, via email at ACSAlgiers@state.gov, or visit their website at https://dz.usembassy.gov/. For further information, the State Department's Consular Affairs can be reached at 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444.
The advisory also encourages enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates, and following U.S. Embassy social media channels on Facebook and Twitter/X.