Sidi Bel Abbes: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Sidi Bel Abbès, also called Bel Abbès, is the capital of the Sidi Bel Abbès wilaya, Algeria. It is named after Sidi bel Abbass, a Muslim marabout or noble man who is buried there.

Sidi Bel Abbès · CC BY-SA 4.0

Now in the citySidi Bel Abbes+24°CCloudy · sunset 06:06 PMupdated 01:42 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

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Exchange rateDZD 135.67per 1 $DZD — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Worth a day trip

Djelfa≈ 3 hr 40 min Seville≈ 3 hr 55 min · 278 hosts Madrid≈ 4 hr 5 min · 2,190 hosts

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid parts of the countryPart of the country is off limits entirely.

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Updated information about customs rules, terrorism in Algeria, political situation and personal ID (‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.

terrorism
kidnapping

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Exercise increased caution in Algeria due to terrorism and kidnapping . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Terrorism remains a possible threat in Algeria. Terrorist attacks have historically targeted Algerian security forces. Attacks are possible in both rural and urban areas despite a heavy and active police presence.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Sidi Bel Abbes: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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