Protestantism in Algeria

The Protestants in Algeria are a minority.

The small Protestant part of the population practice their faith generally without intervention by officials. The Protestant Church of Algeria only a few thousand members. She is a reformed church. The Protestant Church of Algeria is one of the two officially recognized Christian organizations. Algerian Christians have a concentration in Kabylia.

Situation

Converts are exposed to the risk of attacks by radical Islamists. Christian missionary societies may operate without government intervention charitable work, as long as they do not advertise their faith. Since 2006, the proselytizing of Muslims is punishable by prison sentences of up to five years.