Wholesale distribution of post-paid and prepaid chips (mobile phone chips) (regulated activity)
Regulated activity · CNRC 305040 · Wholesale Distribution
Activity contents
- Wholesale distribution of postpaid and prepaid chips (mobile phone chips):
- Wholesale distribution of postpaid chips;
- Wholesale distribution of prepaid chips.
Supervisory authority
TELEPHONE OPERATOR
Type of authorization: Approval
How to start this activity in Algeria
Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines
Step 1: Obtain the licence from TELEPHONE OPERATOR
The activity "Wholesale distribution of post-paid and prepaid chips (mobile phone chips) (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 "Wholesale distribution of post-paid and prepaid chips (mobile phone chips) (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.
3 to 7 days
Legal references
- Executive Decree No. 09-410 of 10/12/2009. establishing the security rules applicable to activities involving sensitive equipment, modified and supplemented.
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the activity "Wholesale distribution of post-paid and prepaid chips (mobile phone chips) (regulated activity)" in Algeria?
"Wholesale distribution of post-paid and prepaid chips (mobile phone chips) (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from TELEPHONE OPERATOR, 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 305040?
For a regulated activity like Wholesale distribution of post-paid and prepaid chips (mobile phone chips) (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per TELEPHONE OPERATOR). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.
Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Wholesale distribution of post-paid and prepaid chips (mobile phone chips) (regulated activity)?
ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Wholesale distribution of post-paid and prepaid chips (mobile phone chips) (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with TELEPHONE OPERATOR.
Which supervisory authority oversees code 305040?
The official supervisory authority for Wholesale distribution of post-paid and prepaid chips (mobile phone chips) (regulated activity) is TELEPHONE OPERATOR. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.
Is the activity "Wholesale distribution of post-paid and prepaid chips (mobile phone chips) (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?
Yes, Wholesale distribution of post-paid and prepaid chips (mobile phone chips) (regulated activity) (CNRC code 305040) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from TELEPHONE OPERATOR is mandatory before CNRC registration.
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