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Activities related to cinematographic services (regulated activity)

Regulated activity · CNRC 605050 · Services

Activity contents

  • Technical activities relating to the processing of images and sound recordings, their mixing and assembly, the addition of special effects, the dubbing and subtitling of cinematographic films, the circulation of copies for the purposes of their exploitation and any technical services, including those offered by studios and cinema cities.

Supervisory authority

THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA

Type of authorization: Authorisation

How to start this activity in Algeria

Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines

  1. Step 1: Obtain the licence from THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA

    The activity "Activities related to cinematographic services (regulated activity)" is regulated. You must first build an accreditation file with the supervisory authority (articles, qualification proof, premises eligibility) before any CNRC registration.

    2 to 6 weeks

  2. Step 2: Company incorporation (LLC, single-member LLC or sole proprietorship)

    Once you hold the licence, sign the articles at the notary, declare the share capital, then request the company name + Trade Register at CNRC. For a heavy licence, a SARL/EURL is usually required over the auto-entrepreneur regime.

    7 to 10 days

  3. Step 3: Tax and social registrations

    With your trade register in hand, obtain the NIF (tax ID), NIS (social security ID for the manager), CNAS affiliation for employees, and the tax card. Your activity "Activities related to cinematographic services (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.

    3 to 7 days

Legal references

  • Act No. 24-07 of 29 April 2024 on the film industry (Articles 2 and 8).

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the activity "Activities related to cinematographic services (regulated activity)" in Algeria?

"Activities related to cinematographic services (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA, then incorporate (SARL/EURL usually required) at CNRC, and finish with tax registrations. UpGrowth Connect handles licence + turn-key incorporation.

How much does it cost to incorporate for code 605050?

For a regulated activity like Activities related to cinematographic services (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.

Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Activities related to cinematographic services (regulated activity)?

ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Activities related to cinematographic services (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA.

Which supervisory authority oversees code 605050?

The official supervisory authority for Activities related to cinematographic services (regulated activity) is THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.

Is the activity "Activities related to cinematographic services (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?

Yes, Activities related to cinematographic services (regulated activity) (CNRC code 605050) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA is mandatory before CNRC registration.

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