Middle East and North Africa

Algeria
Last reviewed: 17 July 2009

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TRADE AND INVESTMENT

Bilateral business relations continue to grow with UK exports to Algeria increasing by 59% on 2007 £268 million in 2008. While France accounts for over 30% of imports to Algeria, the UK remains the largest foreign investor. Major British companies present in the market include BP, Shell, Glaxo SmithKline, Unilever, HSBC, BG, Astra-Zenica, BHP Billiton, Linguaphone and British American Tobacco.

Algeria is perceived as a difficult market for first time exporters given the bureaucracy but with a little preparation and advice you should be able to understand the market. If you are an experienced exporter with a good product to offer, then you should be able to access the Algerian market relatively easily provided the opportunities are right for you and you are price competitive.

UK Trade & Investment Country Profile: Algeria