Algerian independence referendum, 1962

An independence referendum was held in Algeria on 1 July 1962. It followed French approval of the Évian Accords in an April referendum. The results in Algeria were 99.72% in favour and just 0.28% against. Voter turnout was 91.88%. As a result of the vote in favour, France declared Algeria to be independent on 3 July. Upon gaining its independence, Algeria ceased being part of the European Communities, which it had participated in via France's membership.

Results

Do you want Algeria to become an independent state, co-operating with France under the conditions defined in the declarations of 19 March 1962?

Choice	Votes	%
For	5,975,581	99.72
Against	16,534	0.28
Invalid/blank votes	25,565	-
Total	6,017,680	100
Registered voters/turnout	6,549,736	91.9
Source: Direct Democracy

See also

• French Évian Accords referendum, 1962