In 2026, Algeria's used car market is just in need of stability and guaranteed payment. Long-kilometer used cars have become the first choice for local infrastructure, household and individual merchants due to their high cost performance. However, the policy red line cannot be touched, and only by understanding the rules can we make steady profits without losing money.

1. Hard compliance red lines (first stick to the bottom line and then talk about profitability)

1. Hard restrictions on vehicle age and model: Ordinary customers are only allowed to use cars within 3 years (based on the date of first registration); diplomats and returnees can be relaxed to 5 years. Only the left rudder, diesel used vehicles are completely prohibited, only gasoline/gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles are allowed, and must comply with Euro V emission standards.

2. Import entities and tax rules: Only local individuals are allowed to import, and enterprises need to meet compliant individual buyers or obtain special approval qualifications for bulk exports. A 50% tax exemption will be enjoyed, and a high surcharge will be imposed if a displacement of less than 1800 cc is ≥1800cc. Long-kilometer vehicles will be taxed at the customs approved price.

2. Product selection and cost control (long kilometers can also sell well)

Priority is given to Japanese and Korean models (Toyota Corolla, Nissan Xuyi, Honda CR-V, etc.), which are popular in parts and have low maintenance costs. Long kilometers does not mean poor vehicle conditions. The core is to ensure that there are no major accidents, no floods and fires, and the three major components are stable. Control the displacement within 1.8L, fully enjoy the tax dividend, and reduce terminal costs.

3. Key points to avoid pitfalls throughout the process (less detours means making money)

Complete documents: necessary export license, CO certificate of origin, Euro V emission certificate, French notarization document, test report, and the information must be completely consistent with VIN and engine number.

Logistics and customs clearance: Take the Algiers and Oran special line, lock the cabin in advance to buy insurance; submit information 72 hours before arrival at the port to avoid detention charges.

Algeria is a potential market in Africa. Compliance with long-kilometer used car exports is the core, and product selection is the key. Although policies will be tightened in 2026, non-compliant players will also be eliminated, leaving room for formal profit. By doing a good job in vehicle condition control, document compliance and capital risk control, we can dig into the blue ocean of Africa and allow long-kilometer vehicles to continue to make stable profits.

Source: Leading the way to the sea by Gaoshen's car

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