Hotel classification plaque in Algeria: what the order of 12 July 2026 changes
The order of 27 Moharram 1448 sets the indications and the mounting of the hotel classification plaque, and repeals the order of 27 December 2004.
In short
The order of 27 Moharram 1448 (12 July 2026) sets the characteristics and indications of the classification plaque of hotel establishments. The plaque is mounted at the main entrance, 15 cm from the door frame and 160 cm above the ground. It repeals the order of 27 December 2004.
Key points
- Issued under article 26 of executive decree n° 19-158 of 30 April 2019
- Shape: rectangular wall plaque
- Mounted at the main entrance, 15 cm from the door frame and 160 cm from the ground
- The plaque must be visible and lit
- The order of 27 December 2004 is repealed
What the text says
The order applies article 26 of executive decree n° 19-158 of 24 Chaâbane 1440 (30 April 2019). It sets the characteristics and indications shown on the classification plaque of hotel establishments.
The plaque is a rectangular wall plaque. The indications are surrounded by a geometric shape symbolising architectural authenticity.
- Top: the stars awarded to the establishment, in an arc
- Centre: the sign symbolising the type of hotel establishment
- Bottom: the name of the type of establishment in Arabic and English
- Far left: the year of classification
Model and mounting
Annex 1 sets the standard model of the plaque. Annex 2 sets the sign symbolising the type of establishment.
The plaque is mounted vertically at the main entrance, 15 cm from the door frame and 160 cm from the ground. It must be visible and lit.
Who is concerned and what changes
The text concerns classified hotel establishments. It repeals the order of 15 Dhou El Kaâda 1425 (27 December 2004), which set the characteristics of classification signs.
Frequently asked questions
Where must a hotel classification plaque be mounted?
At the main entrance, 15 cm from the door frame and 160 cm from the ground, vertically. It must be visible and lit.
What does the plaque show?
Stars at the top, the sign of the establishment type at the centre, the type name in Arabic and English at the bottom, and the classification year at the far left.
Which text is repealed?
The order of 15 Dhou El Kaâda 1425 (27 December 2004) is repealed.