Interesting question, Crystal

Submitted by Straight_Talk_Luigi (United States), Jan 5, 2009 at 14:37

Algerian law some fairly odd and unfair rules regarding women. Should you ever need to go court against your man, you can expect that he will be favored over you quite extensively.

If you want more detailed information, I recommend calling the state department. I would try the main switchboard and ask for the Algeria desk office. I cannot post the number on here, so you'll have to do some digging, I strongly recommend you do this.

Also, Crystal, you MUST think beyond the law here, because it largely depends on your man and who he is. The Algerian government is not going to check up on you and him. I've written on here previously numerous times that religious-oriented men sometimes hide their true values until late in the relationship (ie after marriage) until they are sure the woman likes them back and will commit to them. With these international dating scenarios, often times you do not find out who the person REALLY is until AFTER marriage.

When you look at why that it is, it's not surprising. The communication gap with the distance, the increased confidence of the man from it, relationships that are based on appearance and youth not compatibility---- it's easy to see why bad things happen.

Ultimately, Crystal, if you are not sure about this, do not do it. I can understand your attraction to this man and why you like him, but if you're kind of asking for third party confirmation, that's also a red flag.

You've really got to be careful when this international dating nonsense because many Americans have been burned by it.

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