Finance Bill: Building regularization deadline extended and new incentives for the diaspora

The deadline for owners of unfinished buildings to regularize their property status has been extended until December 31, 2027, as part of amendments to the draft finance bill. This measure seeks to address ongoing challenges in the compliance process. Additionally, a new provision, article 169 bis, creates a specific framework for Algerian expatriates returning home permanently, allowing them to import professional equipment duty-free, provided they have resided abroad for at least three years, operated a business for two years, and commit not to sell the equipment for five years. Other proposals include a 500-dinar fee for remote biometric passport renewal to cover e-payment costs, and a requirement for parliamentary approval for any future fuel price increases.