Food distributor
Free activity · CNRC 604118 · Services
Activity contents
- Distribution of food products to wholesalers, retailers and communities.
How to start this activity in Algeria
Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines
Step 1: Choose the right legal form
The activity "Food distributor" is free, no prior licence needed. Choose between auto-entrepreneur (ANAE, 5M DZD/year cap for services), sole-trader, single-member LLC (EURL) or LLC (SARL) depending on your project and number of partners.
Day 1
Step 2: CNRC registration
For SARL/EURL: notarised articles + share capital. For sole trader or auto-entrepreneur: simplified file. In every case, request the company name then the Trade Register extract from CNRC.
3 to 7 days
Step 3: Tax and social registrations
Tax ID (NIF), social ID (NIS for manager), CNAS affiliation if employees, tax card. You can immediately operate "Food distributor" in Algeria without any further ministry-level step.
3 to 5 days
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the activity "Food distributor" in Algeria?
Choose your legal form (SARL/EURL/Auto-Entrepreneur), file the company name + articles at CNRC, obtain the NIF, NIS, CNAS affiliation if hiring, and tax card. UpGrowth Connect launches your company in 7 days, money-back guaranteed.
How much does it cost to incorporate for code 604118?
About 75 000 DZD all-in for a sole proprietorship, or 118 610 DZD + min capital for SARL/EURL. UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees. Optional Birkhadem domiciliation: +150 000 DZD / 12 months.
Can I operate "Food distributor" as an ANAE auto-entrepreneur?
Yes, Food distributor falls in a service sector eligible to the ANAE regime (cap 5M DZD/year). ANAE card in a few days, flat IFU 24 000 DZD/year, simplified CASNOS. Ideal to start solo with no capital.
Which supervisory authority oversees code 604118?
This activity has no specific supervisory authority beyond CNRC, Trade Register registration is sufficient.
Is the activity "Food distributor" regulated in Algeria?
No, Food distributor (CNRC code 604118) is classified FREE. Operable after simple CNRC registration, no prior ministerial licence.
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- Taxi management company (regulated activity) (604103)
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- Transport of goods (regulation activity) (604105)
- Cold transport and delivery of foodstuffs (604106)
- Supply company for equipment, materials and food products, cafes, restaurants and collectivites (604107)
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- Transport and distribution of all goods (604109)
- National and international public road passenger transport (604110)
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