Is malaria a risk in Algeria?

There is no significant malaria risk in Algeria.

How far in advance should I get travel vaccines for Algeria?

Plan ahead — some recommended vaccines for Algeria need up to 2 weeks before departure to be fully effective. Aim to see a travel clinic 6–8 weeks before you fly.

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Algeria

AfricaModerate risk

No malaria. Popular for Sahara tourism and Algiers city visits. Food and water precautions recommended. Avoid southern border regions near Mali and Libya.

When are you travelling?

Vaccines for Algeria

Recommended

Hepatitis A

⏱ 2 weeks before travel

Recommended

Typhoid

⏱ 2 weeks before travel

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MMRDTPCOVID-19

Other health risks

Traveller's diarrheaSecurity risks in southern/border regions

Common questions about travel health in Algeria

Yes. Hepatitis A, Typhoid are recommended for most travellers.

Health overview: Algeria

No malaria. Popular for Sahara tourism and Algiers city visits. Food and water precautions recommended. Avoid southern border regions near Mali and Libya.

Last reviewed: 6/27/2026 · Sources: CDC · WHO · NaTHNaC

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