U.S. Embassy Algiers Consular Section is now offering all routine consular and visa services.  Please read all information below carefully before contacting the Embassy with questions. To adhere to U.S. and Algerian government health recommendations to limit the spread of COVID-19, all persons with appointments at the U.S. Embassy must wear a mask at all …

Please click here to find current U.S. Embassy Algiers procurement opportunities! Interested offerers are encouraged to send an email to Algiers_Procurement@state.gov ……………………………………………………………………………………   RFQ-19AG1023Q0009 Purchasing Safety Items and Supplies (PDF 622Kb) – Deadline: March 30, 2023  

U.S. Embassy Algiers PAS Annual Program Statement (PDF 60KB) – Deadline : June 30, 2023  

White House Coordinator for Middle East and North Africa Brett McGurk, accompanied by Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Near Eastern Affairs Yael Lempert and Charge d’Affaires Kathryn Kiser, held meetings with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune,…

In her first press conference U.S. Ambassador Elizabeth Moore Aubin highlighted that Algeria is an important strategic partner for the United States. She expressed her desire to strengthen the bilateral economic partnership, to deepen cultural ties, including the improvement and expansion of English language, and to promote peace and stability in the region.

The Community Solutions Program (CSP), sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and supported in its implementation by IREX, provides community leaders between the ages of 25 and 38 from 101 countries with an intensive professional development exchange program in the United States. CSP fellows collaborate with U.S. …

On March 30, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken traveled to Algeria where he discussed regional security and stability, economic cooperation, and advancing human rights and fundamental freedoms with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and Foreign Minister Ramtane Lamamra.  He also promoted America’s role as the Country of Honor at the Algiers International Trade Fair in June, …

Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman paid a visit to Algeria on March 9-10. During a meeting with President Tebboune, the two discussed a range of issues, including ways to expand economic cooperation, regional security issues, and international developments…

The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 23, 2020 On Eid al-Fitr, the First Lady and I send our warmest greetings to Muslims in the United States and around the world as they celebrate. Known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” Eid al-Fitr marks the end of the holy …

Issued on: October 23, 2020 President Donald J. Trump, Sudanese Chairman of the Sovereignty Council Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Sudanese Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke today to discuss Sudan’s historic progress towards democracy and opportunities to advance peace in the region. After decades of living under a brutal dictatorship, the people …

The Tomorrow’s Leaders Program is a MEPI initiative for capable and highly motivated high school seniors in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) who are from underserved backgrounds. The program will provide four-year university enrollment and internship opportunities at select institutions of higher learning in the MENA region.

The U.S. Embassy in Algiers is pleased to announce the annual Fulbright competition for Algerian scholars for the 2021-2022 academic year.

The Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report is the U.S. Government’s principal diplomatic tool to engage foreign governments on human trafficking. It is also the world’s most comprehensive resource of governmental anti-trafficking efforts and reflects the U.S. Government’s commitment to global leadership on this key human rights and law enforcement issue. 2020 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Full Report Algeria (PDF 3MB)

As a preventative measure against the COVID-19 virus, beginning Sunday, March 15 and until further notice, the American Cultural Center in Algiers at the United States Embassy will be closed to visitors. This is an interim, precautionary measure, in line with steps taken by the Algerian Government to suspend cultural events.  Other American centers and cultural …

The #DzAlumni Summit was a one-day summit that gathered U.S. Embassy Alumni from around Algeria for a full day of speeches, workshops, presentations, and leadership skill trainings.

U.S. Embassy Algiers, in partnership with Berlitz in Algiers and Oran, and the American Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the twelfth edition of the El Amel English Language Camp. The Camp welcomes economically disadvantaged students aged 18 and over with an intermediate level of English proficiency to apply.

On May 2, Ambassador John P. Desrocher visited the Wilaya of Ain Defla.  During the visit, the Ambassador met with the Wali Aziz Benyoucef with whom he discussed the strong economic and cultural potential of the region and possible cooperation opportunities in a variety of sectors. In addition, the Ambassador helped inaugurate the Frame Metal …

On April 22, Ambassador John P. Desrocher returned to the Wilaya of Constantine.  After a successful February 2018 visit, the Ambassador was pleased to have the opportunity to return to Constantine to continue his conversations with senior officials and members of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Rhumel about economic partnership opportunities for U.S. businesses …

The Morehouse College Glee Club (MCGC) concert tour was a highlight in Algeria’s cultural calendar as it sought to increase interest among Algerian youth in pursuing university studies in the United States.  The program was a collaboration between Embassy Algiers, the Algerian Ministry of Culture, and the Algerian Higher School of Music (INSM).  Due to …

The English Access Microscholarship Program (Access) is a global scholarship program supported by the U.S. Department of State that provides a foundation of English language skills to bright, economically disadvantaged students, through After-School classes and Intensive Sessions. Access students also gain an appreciation for U.S. culture and democratic values through enhancement activities and community outreach. Access seeks …

The United States and Algeria convened the fourth session of the Strategic Dialogue on January 29, 2019, with Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo and Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdelkader Messahel chairing their respective delegations. Secretary Pompeo and Minister Messahel reviewed the close and productive partnership between the United States and Algeria and discussed areas …

The world-renowned “Morehouse College Glee Club” traveled to Algeria December 29, 2018 to January 4, 2019 thanks to the sponsorship of the Department of State, the Algerian Ministry of Culture, Coca-Cola, Pizza Hut, MediaAlgerie and Wellcom.  The Glee Club performed two concerts in Tizi-Ouzou and Algiers, and hosted music workshops with students from the Algerian …

U.S. Embassy Algiers is proud to build bridges and mutual understanding between Americans and Algerians through a wide range of exchange programs. Since 1986, approximately 5,000 Algerians have participated in our educational and cultural exchange programs. Program topics include professional development, leadership, education, entrepreneurship, science, the arts, and more. U.S. Embassy Algiers encourages all eligible …

On July 30, U.S. Embassy Algiers organized a typical, American “Field Day” of outdoor physical activities for approximately 100 Algerian students participating in our Access program to learn English. We’re grateful to World Learning Algeria for partnering with us to implement the program throughout Algeria, to Berlitz Algeria for their support of the “Field Day,” and to Algeria’s …

The U.S. Embassy in Algeria is proud to partner with  Berlitz Algeria Algeria, and the  American Chamber of Commerce in Algeria  to announce the eleventh edition of the El Amel Project Summer Camp 2018. This year’s camp will focus on supporting Algerian youth looking to begin their professional careers. As in years past, this year’s Camp will target economically disadvantaged students, aged 20-25, …

The Lebanese American University (LAU) has launched the Tomorrow’s Leaders Graduate (TLG) Scholarship Program funded by the U.S. Department of State U.S.-Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI). The program offers 18 students from the Middle East and North Africa region a unique scholarship opportunity to pursue quality higher education and earn a master’s degree in one of the following …

Leaders for Democracy Fellowship  (LDF)is an advanced fellowship program for community and civic leaders (age 25-35) who are provided academic training on leadership, civic engagement, participatory governance, conflict transformation, and effective communication. For 2018, Fellows will train at Duke University (English speakers) or the American University of Beirut (Arabic speakers). Fellows are placed in renowned institutions …

By  Mark Trainer -Jun 8, 2017 Ten young people recently visited the U.S. as recipients of a State Department award for community leaders. A few 2017 Emerging Young Leaders met with ShareAmerica to tell us their stories: Changing course Raj Kumar (State Dept./Kelsey Brannan) Raj Kumar of Pakistan figured he would be a businessman after graduating from college in …

As part of the eighth edition of the International Modern Dance Festival from April 29-May 2, 2017 and in cooperation with the Algerian Ministry of Culture, the U.S. Embassy is delighted to announce the arrival in Algiers today of BODYTRAFFIC, A Los-Angeles-based modern dance company.  Bodytraffic will perform for the 8th edition of the International Modern Dance …

We were honored to host Zohra Drif at the Ambassador’s residence for a special reading and discussion of her experience during Algeria’s struggle for independence, which will be published in English for the first time this year by U.S. publisher  Just World Books . Zohra Drif is a resilient woman who helped shape Algeria’s history, and her book–Inside …

The Fulbright Foreign Student Program competition for the 2018-2019 academic year is now open! The Fulbright Program enables Algerian students to pursue graduate-level study in the United States. Participants also have the unique opportunity to experience life in the United States and share Algeria’s unique culture and traditions with Americans. Participants are chosen through a …

The Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA) Program provides international teachers with a unique opportunity to develop greater expertise in their subject areas, enhance their teaching skills, and increase their knowledge about the United States. The TEA Program is a six-week, non-degree academic program including seminars on new teaching methodologies, curriculum development, lesson planning, and instructional …

The U.S. Embassy is pleased to work with the Ministry of Culture to organize a program promoting friendship and cultural exchange between American and Algerian artists. The program is part of the Next Level initiative created by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs in partnership with the University of North …

The Embassy was happy to organize with the Ministry of Culture two concerts in Béchar and Algiers with El Foukr R’Assembly and their American guest Colter Harper and Langston Kelly Human DJ. The artists enchanted the audience with sounds of African music and Jazz and gave music workshops for young musicians in Bechar.

Center Stage is an exchange program organized by the Office of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State to support and connect young artists, athletes, and musicians in more than 160 countries worldwide. The U.S. Embassy in Algiers is excited to promote collaboration between talented American and Algerian artists through this cultural …

Mabrook to 204 Algerian students from Adrar, Ain Defla, Bejaia, El Oued, Jijel, Medea Tizi Ouzou, and Ouargla who graduated from our Access program this weekend!  The students, chaperoned by 15 teachers and World Learning staff and volunteers, gathered in Mostaganem for a three days of community service activities and 22 STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, …

We are happy to announce that the United States will be the Country of Honor at the Livestock and Agribusiness Show (SIMA-SIPSA) in Algiers October 4-7!  Over 20 U.S. businesses have already signed up to participate in this event.  U.S. Embassy staff work to encourage increased trade and investment in Algeria through participation in trade …

On August,  27th , U.S. Embassy Algiers hosted an Alumni Day which gathered around 120 alumni from past U.S. Government exchange programs. The event brought together our diverse alumni, highlighted opportunities for them to remain involved with the Embassy, and built and strengthened our existing alumni network.  Ambassador Joan Polaschik opened the event with a …

Algerian Students to Attend Space Camp in Alabama Mabrouk! Six Algerian and six Moroccan high school students ages 15-18 were selected as finalists for the 2016 “Race to Space” scholarship and will travel in August to Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama. Space Camp launched in 1982 to inspire and motivate young people to join the …

  On August 22, U.S. Ambassador to Algeria Joan Polaschik, Director General of Americas at the Algerian Foreign Affairs Ministry Ambassador Larbi Katti, Director of Legal Studies and Cooperation at the Algerian National Education Ministry Boubaker Seddik Bouazza, and Director of the American International School Algiers Judith Drotar led a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open …

Deputy Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Algiers July 22-25, 2016.  He discussed bilateral cooperation on a wide range of issues with several Algerian officials including the Prime Minister, Foreign Minister, Minister of Energy, Minister of Finance, and the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research.  The Deputy Secretary also met with civil society actors, …

During a visit to Algiers July 22-25, 2016, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Antony Blinken took a walk downtown with U.S. Ambassador Joan Polaschik to learn about Algerian culture and history.  He also visited the Moudjahid National Museum and wrote this message to Algerians: “An extraordinary testament to the Algerian people’s struggle for freedom and …

In an interview with Echourouk TV (July 24, 2016), U.S. Ambassador Joan Polaschik and School Director Judith Drotar chat about the new American International School Algiers, opening its doors to young students next month. For more information about the school, please visit:  http://aisalgiers.org/  

Center Stage is an exchange program organized by the Office of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State to support and connect young artists, athletes, and musicians in more than 160 countries worldwide. The U.S. Embassy in Algiers is excited to promote collaboration between talented American and Algerian artists through this cultural …

The final workshop of the Algerian English Language Teachers’ Training (AELTT) project provided training to over 100 teachers in Algiers, with Embassy Staff and English Language Fellows presenting alongside their Algerian colleagues. Acting Deputy Chief of Mission, Ana Escrogima, opened up the workshop and emphasized Embassy Algiers’ commitment to supporting English language teaching in Algeria. Managed …

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is hosted a three-day workshop (February 1–3, 2016), led by a team from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and expert consultants, on “Emergency and Incident Management” to help Algerian institutions strengthen the chemical security and food defense systems in Algeria.  The workshop is being held in Algiers from. The …

As part of the continuing sports diplomacy collaboration between the U.S. Embassy in Algiers and the Algerian Ministry of Youth and Sports, Sports Envoys Trooper Johnson and Carlie Cook visited Algiers from February 1–5, 2016.  In partnership with the Algerian Handisport Federation, Mr. Johnson and Ms. Cook held wheelchair basketball clinics and workshops for players and coaches …

As the U.S. Ambassador to Algeria, I have the privilege to observe firsthand the clear priority that the Algerian people place on education.  In my view, the importance that Algerians and Americans attach to education is an important bond between our two peoples.  Education has been the key to the American dream and it also …

Posted by Christopher Wilken, Acting Senior Commercial Officer  The U.S. Embassy was proud to participate in the 48th Algiers International Trade Fair, which closed last week.  Ambassador Polaschik led the closing ceremony of the USA Pavilion where she recognized each of the 35 U.S. companies that demonstrated their commitment to Algeria by exhibiting at the fair.  …

Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that, “Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers.” A healthy media environment is integral to a functioning …

On April 16, the U.S. Embassy sponsored a reunion concert of El Gusto featuring American saxophonist Chris Byars at the National Theater.  The concert in honor of Jazz Appreciation Month celebrated the power of music to bridge differences between cultures and religions.