Guidance
Algeria: information for victims of rape and sexual assault
This information is to help British nationals overseas following a rape or other form of sexual assault overseas.
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This guide includes information about whether and how to:
- seek medical advice and attention
- report to local police
- engage with foreign legal authorities following a rape or other form of sexual assault overseas
For information on support available in the UK, see Rape and sexual assault: Returning to the UK.
Updates to this page
Published 21 May 2021
Last updated 16 December 2025
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Reviewed guidance and updated in full.
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Added domestic abuse helpline number and British Embassy contact form (First Steps). Updated Support organisations in Algeria.
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Guidance updated in full.
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First published.