Industry in Algeria: the ministry's 2027 budget presented to MPs (PLF 2027)
The Minister of Industry presented to the Finance and Budget Committee the sector's 2027 budget and six priorities.
In short
On 19 October 2026, the Finance and Budget Committee examined the Ministry of Industry budget under the draft finance law (PLF) for 2027. It stands at 7 138 181 000 DA in commitment authorisations and 40 539 488 000 DA in payment appropriations. The minister presented six priorities for the sector for 2027.
Key points
- Industry budget for 2027: 7 138 181 000 DA in commitment authorisations and 40 539 488 000 DA in payment appropriations.
- Six sector priorities presented for 2027.
- Target: raise the developed industrial land area by 66,7 %.
- The minister stressed the importance of the customs duty and VAT exemption for components and raw materials of subcontractors.
- Target: raise the number of SMEs supported from 100 to 200.
What the APN page says
On Monday 19 October 2026, the Finance and Budget Committee continued its examination of the sector budgets proposed in the draft finance law (PLF) for 2027. It heard the Minister of Industry.
The sector budget stands at 7 138 181 000 DA in commitment authorisations (AE) and 40 539 488 000 DA in payment appropriations (CP).
The six priorities for 2027
The minister presented six sector priorities for 2027:
- completing and regularising ongoing operations;
- speeding up the development of industrial zones and activity zones;
- strengthening subcontracting and industrial integration;
- developing the quality and conformity system;
- promoting innovation and industrial property;
- continuing the digitisation of procedures and improving budget performance.
Targets and exemption cited by the minister
The minister gave a target of raising the developed industrial land area by 66,7 %. He also aims to double the number of SMEs benefiting from support programmes, from 100 to 200 companies.
He stressed the importance of the customs duty and VAT exemption for components and raw materials, imported or acquired locally, intended for subcontractors in the mechanical, electronic and electrical industries.
Questions from MPs
The MPs raised questions on several subjects.
- achievements since the 2022 investment law;
- industrial integration in vehicle manufacturing;
- publication of the regulatory texts on the management of industrial SMEs;
- time limits for regularising pending land files;
- the regulatory text on the one-stop shop;
- technological renewal in the mechanical industry.
For foreign investors
The minister cited the customs duty and VAT exemption for components and raw materials, imported or acquired locally, intended for subcontractors. The programmes also provide investment support, notably for export-oriented projects.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Ministry of Industry budget for 2027?
The minister presented a budget of 7 138 181 000 DA in commitment authorisations and 40 539 488 000 DA in payment appropriations.
What are the industry sector priorities for 2027?
The minister presented six, including the development of industrial zones and activity zones, stronger subcontracting and the digitisation of procedures.
Which exemption did the minister cite for subcontractors?
The customs duty and VAT exemption for components and raw materials, imported or acquired locally, intended for subcontractors in the mechanical, electronic and electrical industries.
Who can handle this procedure in Algeria?
UpGrowth, based in Algiers (Birkhadem), supports Algerian and foreign companies with administrative procedures (NIF, trade register, CASNOS, etc.). Contact: https://www.upgrowth.dz/contact?service=demarches.