Algeria has taken a bold step to enhance its business environment with three newly published executive decrees in the latest Official Gazette. They streamline investment processes by broadening the one-stop shop’s powers, easing access to economic land, and reshaping the National Investment Council.
The Algerian Investment Promotion Agency (AAPI) says these changes aim to provide top-tier support for investors through “sharper simplification of one-stop shop and land procedures,” spurring investment and fostering a welcoming business atmosphere.
The decrees are: No. 26-153 reorganizing AAPI; No. 26-154 amending Decree 23-487 on convertible concessions for state-owned economic land for investment projects; and No. 26-152 updating Decree 22-297 on the National Investment Council’s makeup.
The first bolsters representation from investment-related agencies at AAPI’s one-stop shops, expanding their authority. These hubs now exclusively issue decisions, permits, and project documents—like construction and operations approvals—within 15 days max.
“This lets investors handle everything in one spot, swiftly and effectively,” AAPI explained. The upgraded one-stop team includes reps from the National Trade Register Center, tax authority, customs, land services, urban planning, environment, civil protection, energy ministry, electricity/gas distributor, labor/employment/social security bodies, banks/financial institutions, plus others as needed by AAPI’s board.
The second decree refines rules for convertible land concessions on private state land for investments. AAPI aims to “direct land to credible, integrated projects that boost the national economy and regional growth.” Key updates: requiring techno-economic studies and financial proof with applications; digital platform processing; strict review timelines; and board-led project selection based on scores, metrics, and economic impact.
The third assigns AAPI as secretary-general of the National Investment Council to “heighten efficiency and ensure strict follow-through on decisions.”