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Algeria

Oceania & Africa · DZ

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8 hours behind Korea

The largest country in Africa, most of it Sahara. The population is concentrated in a narrow northern belt along the Mediterranean.

CapitalAlgiers
LanguagesArabic, Berber, French
CurrencyDinar (DZD)
Standard timeUTC+1 · No daylight saving
Dialling code+213
Voltage230V / 50Hz
Plug typeC, F
Driving sideRight-hand traffic
Emergency17 police · 14 ambulance
Domain.dz

Entry & visa

A visa is required in advance, usually with an invitation or confirmed accommodation — allow plenty of lead time.

Worth knowing

Many desert areas require permits and a local guide, which makes independent travel there hard to arrange.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between Algeria and Korea?

8 hours behind Korea (UTC+1). No daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in Algeria?

Voltage 230V / 50Hz, Plug type C, F.

Q. Do I need a visa for Algeria?

A visa is required in advance, usually with an invitation or confirmed accommodation — allow plenty of lead time.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.