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Marine broker (regulated activity)

Regulated activity · CNRC 604635 · Services

Activity contents

  • Any intermediary activities to enter into contracts for the sale and purchase of ships, charter and shipping contracts and other maritime trade contracts.

Supervisory authority

TRANSPORT MINISTER

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 TRANSPORT MINISTER

    The activity "Marine broker (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 "Marine broker (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.

    3 to 7 days

Legal references

  • Executive Decree No. 20-348 of 23 November 2020 laying down the conditions for carrying out activities auxiliary to maritime transport, as amended.

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the activity "Marine broker (regulated activity)" in Algeria?

"Marine broker (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from TRANSPORT MINISTER, 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 604635?

For a regulated activity like Marine broker (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per TRANSPORT MINISTER). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.

Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Marine broker (regulated activity)?

ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Marine broker (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with TRANSPORT MINISTER.

Which supervisory authority oversees code 604635?

The official supervisory authority for Marine broker (regulated activity) is TRANSPORT MINISTER. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.

Is the activity "Marine broker (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?

Yes, Marine broker (regulated activity) (CNRC code 604635) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from TRANSPORT MINISTER is mandatory before CNRC registration.

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