Algeria’s government has approved a draft law on digital identity and trust services, marking a major milestone in the country’s digital transformation journey. The legislation, approved under the chairmanship of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, establishes a comprehensive legal framework to regulate secure and trusted digital transactions for individuals and businesses.
The draft law aims to strengthen online security, streamline digital trade, and enhance transparency across both the public and private sectors. It introduces provisions for certifying and legally recognizing trust services, including digital signatures, digital seals, time stamps, and web authentication.
A key feature of the legislation is the creation of a national digital ID system linked to Algeria’s existing biometric ID card infrastructure, consolidating citizen data for more efficient verification and access to e-services. The initiative builds upon Algeria’s earlier 2015 law on electronic signatures, reflecting the government’s continued modernization of its legal and administrative systems.
With internet penetration nearing 80% and 55 million mobile phones in circulation, Algeria’s growing digital readiness underpins this legislative shift. The move also supports the goals outlined in the Digital Transformation Strategy 2030, which prioritizes digital governance, digital society, and a robust digital economy.
Additionally, the Council of Ministers reviewed a related draft law on road safety, enabling the use of digital payment tools for fines and technology-based enforcement at checkpoints — a step further in integrating digital solutions across government operations.
