Real estate agency (regulated activity)
Regulated activity · CNRC 611004 · Services
Activity contents
- Intermediate in the purchase, sale and rental of real and commercial property.
Authorized accessory activities
- Provision of services necessary for the operation of buildings (for housing and office use, ...).
Supervisory authority
MINISTER OF HABITAT
Type of authorization: Agreement
How to start this activity in Algeria
Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines
Step 1: Obtain the licence from MINISTER OF HABITAT
The activity "Real estate agency (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
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
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 "Real estate agency (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.
3 to 7 days
Legal references
- Executive Decree No. 09-18 of 20 January 2009 laying down regulations on the exercise of the profession of real estate agent, amended and supplemented. .
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the activity "Real estate agency (regulated activity)" in Algeria?
"Real estate agency (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from MINISTER OF HABITAT, 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 611004?
For a regulated activity like Real estate agency (regulated activity): 60 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 103 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per MINISTER OF HABITAT). UpGrowth Connect: 45 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.
Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Real estate agency (regulated activity)?
ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Real estate agency (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with MINISTER OF HABITAT.
Which supervisory authority oversees code 611004?
The official supervisory authority for Real estate agency (regulated activity) is MINISTER OF HABITAT. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.
Is the activity "Real estate agency (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?
Yes, Real estate agency (regulated activity) (CNRC code 611004) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from MINISTER OF HABITAT is mandatory before CNRC registration.