Container shipping from Turkey to Algeria
We buy your goods from Turkish factories and Istanbul's markets, check them and ship them to Algeria by sea to Annaba, Algiers or Béjaïa. Here are the route, the time it takes, the papers Algeria asks for, and its duties.
- By sea from Turkey5–10 days
- By air, for samples3–7 days
- Shared containerFrom one pallet
The route from Turkey to Algeria
Algeria is reached by sea, from Gemlik, Istanbul, İzmir and Mersin to Annaba, Algiers and Béjaïa. Before anything is ordered, the Algerian importer needs an approved import programme and a bank domiciliation.
From Gemlik, Ambarlı in Istanbul, Aliağa in İzmir and Mersin to Annaba, Algiers or Béjaïa. A full container just for you, or space in a shared one.
Algerian ports can be congested, and since January 2026 ships may be sent to quieter ports, which adds time.
5–10 daysFor samples and urgent, light orders.
3–7 daysTimes are approximate, port to port or border to border, and don't include customs clearance.
Which container fits your goods?
Enter one carton's size and weight and how many cartons you have. We show the volume, the weight and how many cartons each way of shipping takes. The price comes in your quote.
One carton
120 cartons · 11.5 m³ · 2,160 kg
By air you'd be charged for 2,160 kg: the larger of the real weight and the volume weight (volume ÷ 6000).
Usually the best fit: a shared container. You pay only for 11.5 m³.
| Way to ship | Inside size | Max load | Your cartons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared container | You pay for the space you use | — | You pay for 11.5 m³ |
| 20 ft container | 5.90 × 2.35 × 2.39 m · 33.2 m³ | 25 t | All 120 fit35% full |
| 40 ft container | 12.03 × 2.35 × 2.39 m · 67.7 m³ | 27.6 t | All 120 fit17% full |
| 40 ft high cube | 12.03 × 2.35 × 2.70 m · 76.4 m³ | 28.5 t | All 120 fit15% full |
| 13.6 m truck | 13.6 × 2.45 × 2.70 m · about 90 m³ | about 24 t | — |
Sizes are typical and vary a little from one container or trailer to another, and some countries allow less weight on their roads. We work out the exact loading with your quote.
Papers: what we prepare and what Algeria asks for
We prepare in Turkey
- Commercial invoiceEvery model, its quantity and price.
- Packing listWhat is in each carton, its weight and size, from the inspection.
- Certificate of originShows the goods are Turkish; Algerian customs ask for it.
What Algeria asks of you
- Import programme (PPI)Before ordering, the Algerian importer has its import programme approved by the Ministry of Foreign Trade on its online platform. Without approval the import can't start.
- Bank domiciliation before loadingThe importer domiciles the import with an Algerian bank before the goods ship, and the bill of lading must be dated after it. So the goods are not loaded until the importer confirms it.Official site
- Certificate of free saleAlgeria asks for a certificate showing the product is sold legally in Türkiye, issued by the Turkish exporters' associations.
Trade agreement and duties
No trade agreement is in force between Algeria and Türkiye; talks aim to finish by the end of 2026. Customs duty is 5%, 15% or 30% depending on how processed the goods are, plus 19% VAT and a 2% levy. Many finished goods also pay an extra safeguard duty (DAPS) of 30% to 120%.
Before you order goods for Algeria
- Check your product's HS code with your Algerian buyer: many finished goods carry the DAPS duty, and Algeria often suspends imports of goods it makes itself. The lists change often, so we check the current position before you order.
- Used goods, used tyres and spare parts, counterfeit goods and toy guns are banned, and vehicles are imported only through authorised dealers.
- Consumer goods need Arabic details on the original packaging, with the importer's name and the dates, and a GTIN barcode.
How we ship your order to Algeria
Send your request
The goods and the quantity, through the form below or on WhatsApp.
We send offers and samples
Supplier prices and photos of the goods, and samples if you ask.
We check and combine
We count the pieces, look for faults, measure and weigh the cartons, and send you a report with photos and video.
See an example reportWe ship it to Algeria
And we send you the papers before the goods arrive, so your customs broker can start.
Questions about shipping goods to Algeria
How long does shipping from Turkey to Algeria take?
By sea: 5–10 days. By air: 3–7 days, for samples and urgent orders. Customs clearance in Algeria comes on top.
Can I ship in a shared container?
Yes. A shared container starts from one pallet, and you pay for the space your goods take. Try the container tool on this page to see your goods' volume.
What papers does Algeria ask for?
An approved import programme (PPI), a bank domiciliation before loading, a commercial register entry for importing, and a certificate of free sale from Türkiye. We prepare the invoice, packing list and certificate of origin.
Who clears the goods in Algeria?
You or your customs broker in Algeria. We prepare the invoice, packing list and certificate of origin and send them before the goods arrive; the duties are paid in Algeria.
Can you combine goods from several suppliers into one shipment?
Yes. We receive the goods from every supplier at our Istanbul warehouse, check them and put them together in one shipment to Algeria.
Get a quote for your shipment to Algeria
The quote is free, with no obligation. It comes itemised: the price of the goods, our service fee and the shipping, each on its own line.
