Retail trade of other telecommunications equipment (regulated activity)
Regulated activity · CNRC 507218 · Retail Distribution
Activity contents
- Retail trade of radio reception equipment excluding domestic equipment for the reception of public radio and television broadcasts;
- Retail trade services of radio positioning and/or satellite radiolocation equipment and the radio geolocation system
- Satellite positioning devices operating at
- Through mobile telephone networks;
- Retail trade of communications equipment for the transmission of image, sound, video and data by satellite (except for the emergency beacons of the COSPAS-SARSAT system emitting 406 megahertz).
Supervisory authority
MINISTRY OF THE INTERNAL
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 MINISTRY OF THE INTERNAL
The activity "Retail trade of other telecommunications equipment (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 "Retail trade of other telecommunications equipment (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.
3 to 7 days
Legal references
- Executive Decree No. 09-410 of 10/12/2009. laying down safety rules for activities relating to modified and completed sensitive equipment.
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the activity "Retail trade of other telecommunications equipment (regulated activity)" in Algeria?
"Retail trade of other telecommunications equipment (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from MINISTRY OF THE INTERNAL, 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 507218?
For a regulated activity like Retail trade of other telecommunications equipment (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per MINISTRY OF THE INTERNAL). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.
Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Retail trade of other telecommunications equipment (regulated activity)?
ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Retail trade of other telecommunications equipment (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with MINISTRY OF THE INTERNAL.
Which supervisory authority oversees code 507218?
The official supervisory authority for Retail trade of other telecommunications equipment (regulated activity) is MINISTRY OF THE INTERNAL. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.
Is the activity "Retail trade of other telecommunications equipment (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?
Yes, Retail trade of other telecommunications equipment (regulated activity) (CNRC code 507218) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from MINISTRY OF THE INTERNAL is mandatory before CNRC registration.
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