Algeria Country Code +213
The country calling code for Algeria is +213. On this page you’ll find everything you need to work with Algerian phone numbers: how they’re structured, how to dial them from abroad, which time zone Algeria uses, and which emergency numbers matter if you’re calling or travelling there.
Algeria is a large North African country with its capital in Algiers. Arabic and Berber are official languages, and French is widely used in business and customer service, which is useful to keep in mind when you call local companies or government offices.
Algeria at a glance for callers
Who typically uses +213?
The code +213 is reserved for Algeria only. You’ll see it on:
- Government offices and state-owned companies in Algiers and other major cities.
- Oil & gas, engineering and logistics firms operating in the Sahara region.
- Local retailers, universities and service providers that deal with Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Many Algerian businesses advertise numbers in both French and Arabic. English may be available in export-focused companies, but you shouldn’t rely on it for all customer-service lines.
Mobile, messaging and connectivity
- Mobile penetration is high, and most modern Algerian numbers you see in practice are mobile or VoIP, not legacy landlines.
- Major mobile operators include Mobilis, Djezzy and Ooredoo. They use different 05 / 06 / 07 type prefixes, which helps you recognize mobile numbers at a glance.
- Messaging apps (for example, WhatsApp or Viber) are widely used for day-to-day communication, especially between younger users and in small businesses.
- For international business, it’s common to share both an office landline in Algiers or Oran and a mobile/WhatsApp contact on the same card or email signature.
Algerian phone number structure (+213)
Algeria uses a 10-digit closed numbering plan. All standard numbers have 10 digits inside the country (including the leading 0) and are dialed with the country code +213 from abroad.
Fixed-line (landline) numbers
Landline numbers are usually written as:
From abroad: +213 yy xx xx xx
- yy – 2-digit area code.
- Examples of area codes: 21 (Algiers), 41 (Oran), 31 (Constantine), 38 (Annaba).
- Subscriber numbers are 6 digits, so a complete landline from abroad looks like: +213 21 123 456.
Number plan summary
- NSN length
- 10 digits
- Landline
- 0yy xx xx xx
- Mobile
- 0yxx xx xx xx
- VoIP
- 09xx xx xx xx
- Calling from abroad
- +213 … (no 0)
For validation tools you can treat Algerian numbers as +213[1-9][0-9]{7,8}, and then narrow down by known area and mobile prefixes.
Mobile & VoIP numbers
Mobile numbers follow a slightly different pattern:
From abroad: +213 yxx xx xx xx
- y identifies the operator family: 5 (Ooredoo), 6 (Mobilis), 7 (Djezzy) and 9 (VoIP ranges).
- Because of number portability, prefix no longer guarantees the carrier, but it still signals the type (mobile / VoIP).
- From abroad, you always drop the leading 0: 07x… → +213 7x….
Major city area codes
| City | Area code | International format |
|---|---|---|
| Algiers | 21 | +213 21 XXX XXX |
| Oran | 41 | +213 41 XXX XXX |
| Constantine | 31 | +213 31 XXX XXX |
| Annaba | 38 | +213 38 XXX XXX |
CRM or billing systems often store area code and subscriber number separately. The formats above are safe templates for data cleaning and E.164 conversion.
How to dial phone numbers in Algeria
The basic idea is simple: inside Algeria you keep the 0, from abroad you replace the 0 with +213. Below are the two main patterns.
Calling Algeria from another country
- Dial your country’s international exit code (e.g. 00, 011, 0011).
- Dial 213 – the country code for Algeria.
- Dial the area or mobile prefix without the leading 0.
- Dial the remaining subscriber digits.
Example: if the local number is 021 23 45 67 in Algiers, you call +213 21 23 45 67 (or 00 213 21 23 45 67 depending on your phone/plan).
Dialing within Algeria
Inside the country, you typically dial the full 10-digit national number:
- Landline to landline (different city): 0yy xx xx xx – for example, 021 23 45 67.
- Landline to mobile: 0yxx xx xx xx – for example, 0661 23 45 67.
- Mobile to mobile / landline: also uses the full 10 digits; you do NOT drop the 0 inside Algeria.
- International from Algeria: dial 00 + country code + number (for example 00 33 1 44 55 66 77 to call France).
Some corporate PBXs may require an extra “9” or other prefix to access an outside line – check internal dial plans.
Time in Algeria (CET, UTC+1)
Algeria uses Central European Time (CET), which is UTC+1. Clocks do not change for daylight saving time, and the same time offset applies all year.
Time zone overview
| Zone | Abbreviation | UTC offset | Applies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central European Time | CET | UTC+1 | All of Algeria, all year |
Algeria used daylight saving time briefly in the past, but has stayed on UTC+1 without DST since the early 1980s. This is convenient for scheduling because the offset does not move.
Time difference tips for calls
- Western / Central Europe: most of the year, cities like Paris, Madrid, Rome or Berlin are in the same time as Algiers (CET/CEST vs CET). When Europe is on summer time, Algeria stays on UTC+1, so there can be a 1-hour gap depending on the date.
- UK & Ireland: usually 1 hour behind Algeria (London 09:00 → Algiers 10:00).
- US East Coast: usually 5–6 hours behind, so late afternoon in Algiers corresponds to morning in New York or Toronto.
- Gulf region (UTC+3): places like Dubai or Riyadh are typically 2 hours ahead, so mornings in the Gulf align with early office hours in Algeria.
Emergency numbers in Algeria
Core emergency contacts
Algeria does not use a single “911-style” number nationwide, but there are a few key short codes you should know:
- Police (urban): 17
- Tourist / national police line: 1548
- Fire department & civil protection: 14
- Ambulance / medical: local services may be reached via 14 or dedicated hospital numbers (for example in Algiers) – availability varies by region.
- Emergency from mobile: many networks also support 112.
Coverage, response times and language support can differ a lot between major cities on the coast and remote desert regions. Travellers should also keep embassy and travel insurer hotlines handy.
Practical safety & calling tips
• Languages: operators will primarily speak Arabic; French is often available in big cities. English cannot be assumed.
• Mobile vs landline: if you can, save both a landline and at least one mobile for your local contacts. Mobile networks can be more resilient in some areas.
• For foreign callers: if you are outside Algeria and worried about someone in the country, it’s usually more effective to contact your foreign ministry or your embassy in Algiers than to try calling 17/14 from abroad.
Numbers above are indicative and can change; always verify emergency contacts for your specific region or sector (oil & gas site, university campus, etc.).
Example: dialing Algeria from abroad
These examples show how real Algerian numbers are typically written when dialed internationally. Replace the subscriber digits with your actual contact.
UK → Algiers (landline)
00 213 21 123 456
00 (UK exit) + 213 (Algeria) + 21 (Algiers area code) + 123 456 (subscriber).
France → Oran (landline)
00 213 41 234 567
00 (France exit) + 213 (Algeria) + 41 (Oran area code) + 234 567 (subscriber).
US → Algerian mobile
011 213 6xx 12 34 56
011 (US exit) + 213 (Algeria) + 6xx (Mobilis mobile prefix, without 0) + 12 34 56 (subscriber).
FAQ: Algeria country code & dialing habits
Is +213 used by any country other than Algeria? +
No. The country calling code +213 is allocated exclusively to Algeria. If you see a number starting with +213, it should be part of the Algerian numbering plan, even if it is forwarded internationally.
How should I store Algerian numbers in my CRM or app? +
For modern systems you should use the E.164 international format: a plus sign, followed by 213 and the full national number without the leading 0. For example:
- Algiers landline 021 23 45 67 → +21321234567
- Mobile 0661 23 45 67 → +213661234567
This format works well with WhatsApp, VoIP platforms and fraud-detection engines.
Do Algerians prefer to be contacted on landline or mobile? +
It depends on the context. For government offices and large companies, a landline in Algiers or other major cities is still the primary official contact. For day-to-day operations, sales and support, many people prefer mobile numbers (often linked to WhatsApp or other messaging apps) because they are more reachable.
If you work with Algerian partners, it is a good idea to ask for at least one fixed office line plus one or more mobile contacts.
Why do I sometimes see numbers starting with 021 / 041 / 031 instead of +213? +
Those are domestic formats written with the trunk prefix 0. For example:
- Algiers: 021 … → +213 21 … from abroad.
- Oran: 041 … → +213 41 ….
Whenever you call from outside Algeria, drop that initial 0 and prepend +213 instead.
Are calls from +213 frequently involved in scams? +
Like any international code, +213 can appear in unwanted calls or messages, but it is also used legitimately by Algerian companies, banks and institutions. Treat unknown international numbers with caution: avoid calling back missed calls from +213 that you don’t recognize, and never share verification codes or payment details over the phone unless you’re sure who is calling.
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