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Destinations  ›  Algeria Entry 044  ·  last checked 05.09.2026 DZ
Casbah of Algiers, Algeria, with Mediterranean Sea in background.
044 Algeria

Algeria

DZ 5G on 1 of 2 carriers

Algeria has a developing mobile network with good coverage in major cities and along the coast, but more patchy in the Sahara and mountainous interior. An eSIM lets you connect as soon as you land at Algiers or other airports, avoiding the need to find a local SIM vendor.

Selected 10 GB · 30 days
Algeria, 10 GB €18.90
Buy and receive the QR code Refundable while unused

Plans for Algeria

Pick a row — it prices the box above
Allowance Validity Notes Per GB Price
1 GB Validity: 7 days Maps and messages for a short stop Per GB: €2.90 Price: €2.90 2 GB Validity: 1 day A single day out, maps and messages Per GB: €1.95 Price: €3.90 3 GB Validity: 30 days A week of ordinary use Per GB: €2.30 Price: €6.90 5 GB Validity: 30 days Two weeks, some navigation Per GB: €2.18 Price: €10.90 10 GB Validity: 30 days Most people choose this for two weeks Per GB: €1.89 Price: €18.90 20 GB Validity: 30 days Hotspot for a laptop, video calls Per GB: €1.85 Price: €36.90 50 GB Validity: 30 days Long stays, working abroad Per GB: €1.64 Price: €81.90
Networks you will actually roam on Order the eSIM tries them
Mobilis First choice — what you will usually be on. LTE
Ooredoo Second choice, where the first has no signal. 5G
Where the signal holds in Algeria
Cities Algiers, Oran, Constantine and other large cities have continuous LTE and 5G where available from listed carriers.
Coastal areas Along the Mediterranean coast, signal is generally reliable in populated areas.
Atlas mountains and highlands In mountainous regions, signal can be weak or absent in valleys and remote roads.
Sahara and south In the desert, coverage is limited to towns and oases; vast stretches have no signal.
What catches travellers out in Algeria
01

Arrival

Algiers Airport has limited free wifi and local SIM purchase can be slow. Having an eSIM lets you book a ride or contact hotels immediately.

02

Money and payments

Cash is essential; card acceptance is limited outside hotels and upmarket shops. You may need data for currency conversion or money transfer apps.

03

Connectivity restrictions

Some VoIP and messaging apps may be restricted or require VPN; check current rules before relying on calls.

Questions people ask about Algeria
01

Which networks does the Algeria eSIM use?

It roams on Mobilis and Ooredoo, with Mobilis on LTE and Ooredoo on 5G.

02

Is there coverage in the Sahara?

Only in towns and oases; large desert areas have no signal.

03

Can I use WhatsApp or Skype in Algeria?

Some VoIP services have been restricted in the past; check current regulations before travelling.

04

Do I need to register my phone in Algeria?

Travellers using local SIMs must register with a passport; with an eSIM roaming, no local registration is needed.

05

How long is the eSIM valid?

Validity ranges from 1 to 30 days.

06

Will the eSIM work if I cross into Tunisia or Morocco?

No, this eSIM is for Algeria only.