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Check local time in Algiers and all Algeria cities. Algeria uses CET (UTC+1).

Algeria Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Algiers
👥 Population
45M
💰 Currency
DZD Algerian Dinar
📞 Phone Code
+213
🗣️ Official Languages
ArabicBerberFrench

🕐Time Zones in Algeria

CET (UTC+1)

Algeria uses CET (UTC+1) year-round. Algiers is the capital and largest city.

Daylight Saving Time observance in Algeria varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.

Major Cities in Algeria (2 cities)

Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.

📞Best Time to Call Algeria

When calling Algeria, consider the time zone difference of CET (UTC+1). Business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time. Use our time converter tool to find the optimal calling time from your location.

Standard business hours in Algeria are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Standard business hours in Algeria are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

✈️Time-Related Travel Tips for Algeria

When planning your trip to Algeria, factor in the time zone change and allow time to adjust. Local business hours, cultural customs around punctuality, and communication styles may differ from your home country. Download offline maps and translation apps before traveling.

💡Interesting Facts About Time in Algeria

  • Despite its size, Algeria uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
  • The capital Algiers is the political center of Algeria with a total national population of 45M.
  • Time zone boundaries don't always follow geographical lines - they're often adjusted for political, economic, or practical reasons.
  • The concept of standardized time zones was developed in the 19th century with the expansion of railways, replacing local solar time.

About Time in Algeria

Algeria uses a single time zone (CET (UTC+1)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

The capital city Algiers serves as the political and often economic center of Algeria. Major business activities are spread across cities including Algiers, Oran.

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Algeria, it's important to consider the time difference. CET (UTC+1) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Algeria.

Algeria uses the Algerian Dinar (DZD) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +213. Multiple languages are spoken, including Arabic, Berber, French.

Cities in Algeria

Explore local time in 2 cities across Algeria:

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Algeria

Algeria uses CET (UTC+1). The capital Algiers uses CET (UTC+1).

Daylight Saving Time observance in Algeria varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.

When calling Algeria, consider the time zone difference of CET (UTC+1). Business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time. Use our time converter tool to find the optimal calling time from your location.

Standard business hours in Algeria are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

Algeria uses the Algerian Dinar (DZD) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +213. Official languages include Arabic, Berber, French.