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Customs agent (regulation activity)

Regulated activity · CNRC 604617 · Services

Activity contents

  • Customs transit operations;
  • All transactions relating to customs formalities on behalf of third parties .

Supervisory authority

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

Type of authorization: Agreement

How to start this activity in Algeria

Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines

  1. Step 1: Obtain the licence from DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

    The activity "Customs agent (regulation 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 "Customs agent (regulation activity)" can then start lawfully.

    3 to 7 days

Legal references

  • Executive Decree No. 10-288 of 14 November 2010 on persons authorized to report goods in detail.

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the activity "Customs agent (regulation activity)" in Algeria?

"Customs agent (regulation activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE, 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 604617?

For a regulated activity like Customs agent (regulation activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.

Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Customs agent (regulation activity)?

ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Customs agent (regulation activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE.

Which supervisory authority oversees code 604617?

The official supervisory authority for Customs agent (regulation activity) is DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.

Is the activity "Customs agent (regulation activity)" regulated in Algeria?

Yes, Customs agent (regulation activity) (CNRC code 604617) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE is mandatory before CNRC registration.

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