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17.7% of the adult population are current smokers
There are approximately 5.7 million current smokers in Algeria
34.2% of men are current smokers but only 0.6% of women
Country profile
Data sourced:
2025.
Page updated:
2026-09-15
Smoking in Algeria
Current smoking trends for the overall adult population in Algeria show a slight decrease from 2000 (16.7%) to 2015 (15.6%), but are projected to increase to 16.9% by 2025. For women there has been a downwards year by year trend in smoking prevalence, from 5.6% in 2000 to 0.8% in 2015, and is projected to be around 0.2% by 2025. For men the trend goes in the opposite direction, with 28% being current smokers in 2000, 30% in 2015 and a projection of around 34% by 2025. The WHO published prevalence trend estimates in tobacco smoking, as shown here, in their 2018 2nd edition report, which show slightly different smoking prevalence to the WHO country profiles. Data for the estimates are not age standardised and were obtained from WHO databases. The trend lines are projections, not predictions, of future attainment. A projection indicates a likely endpoint if the country maintains its tobacco control efforts at the same level that it has implemented them to date. Therefore the impact of recent interventions could alter the expected endpoint shown in the projection. While the methods of estimation used in the first and second editions of the WHO report are the same, the volume of data available for the second edition is larger i.e. 200 more national surveys. The results presented are therefore more robust.
23,083
Deaths
Each year, 23,083 deaths in Algeria are attributed to tobacco smoking.
8.9%
traditional smokeless use
2017 statistics reveal that 8.9% of the population in Algeria used Traditional Smokeless.
Nicotine Vaping Devices
in Algeria
Vaping is allowed in Algeria, and e-cigarette shops are available for those who want to buy devices and e-liquids. While vape products are marketed, advertising is restricted, meaning companies have limits on how they promote these products. There are also rules against vaping in public places, so users should avoid vaping in such areas to respect local regulations. However, there isn’t much information available about how common vaping is in the country. In summary, while vaping is legal in Algeria, it comes with certain restrictions, especially on advertising and public use.
Heated Tobacco Products
in Algeria
Algeria does not have any specific laws regarding Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs). However, for tobacco products in general, some sources indicate that tobacco products can be imported for personal use in the country. There are no restrictions on the flavour range. Nonetheless, there are some important restrictions to consider: tobacco products must carry a health warning on the packaging, the minimum age for purchase is 18 years, and their use is prohibited in public places. Additionally, they cannot be marketed or advertised in any form.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy
in Algeria
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is allowed in Algeria, and its products are regulated as medicinal products. Therefore, it is legal to use and sell NRT products, and purchasing them without a prescription is also permitted. NRT products are available in pharmacies throughout the country. Although these prodcuts are included on the country's essential drugs list, the government does not currently provide financial support for NRT.
Snus
in Algeria
There are no online sources providing information about the specific regulations on snus in Algeria. However, information obtained from an industry source in 2014 indicates that snus is permitted in the country.
Pouches
in Algeria
There are no specific laws regarding nicotine pouches in Algeria. However, the product falls under general consumer goods. Available sources do not indicate whether these products can be imported for personal use. If you have relevant or firsthand information, please share it with the GSTHR team
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