🎓 For Students:

• Top Universities: University of Algiers, University of Oran, University of Constantine.
• Popular Fields: Engineering, Petroleum Studies, Medicine, IT, Social Sciences.
• Education system influenced by Arabic, French, and Berber heritage.

✈️ For Visitors:

• Visa: Most nationalities require a visa; some areas require special permits.
• Popular Destinations: Sahara Desert, Algiers Casbah, Oran, Constantine bridges, Ghardaïa.
• Best Time to Visit: October–April (pleasant temperatures).
• Transportation: Domestic flights, rail network, buses, taxis.

💼 For Professionals & Expats:

• Work Visa: Requires employer sponsorship and official approval.
• Key Sectors: Oil & Gas, Mining, Agriculture, Construction, Telecom.
• Cost of Living: Moderate, varies by city.
• Business Etiquette: Handshakes, formal greetings, punctuality valued.

🏞️ Tourism & Culture:

• Rich in Mediterranean culture, Sahara landscapes, Roman ruins.
• Famous Attractions: Djemila, Tipaza, Hoggar Mountains, Timgad.
• Major Festivals: Independence Day, Yennayer, Eid celebrations.
• UNESCO Sites: Casbah of Algiers, Timgad, Tipasa, M’Zab Valley, Béni Hammad Fort.

📌 Quick Tips:

• Currency: Algerian Dinar (DZD).
• Timezone: CET (UTC+01:00) — no DST.
• Emergency Numbers: 1548 (Police), 14 (Fire Brigade), 1055 (Ambulance).
• Electricity: 230V, 50Hz; plug types C & F.