Limited access to justice impedes progress on women’s equality as it not only perpetuates existing inequalities but it also reinforces impunity and a lax judicial framework for the protection of human and civil rights. The article now clearly states: “a child born to an Algerian mother or father is considered Algerian.” Algerian law also granted men and women equal rights in citizenship attribution by virtue of marriage. Revised Article 9 affirms repeatedly that “Algerian nationality can be obtained by marriage with an Algerian man or woman by decree when the following conditions are met: a) the marriage is legal and effective for at least three years prior to submitting the naturalisation request, b) there has been a permanent and regular residence in Algeria for a period of at least two years, c) the person requesting citizenship has had good conduct and behaviour, and d) the means of livelihood are sufficient.”