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Wholesale distribution of butane gas, propane and their mixture (regulated activity)

Regulated activity · CNRC 310003 · Wholesale Distribution

Activity contents

  • Wholesale trade of butane gas, propane, and their mixture

Supervisory authority

MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND MINES

Type of authorization: Authorisation

How to start this activity in Algeria

Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines

  1. Step 1: Obtain the licence from MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND MINES

    The activity "Wholesale distribution of butane gas, propane and their mixture (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 "Wholesale distribution of butane gas, propane and their mixture (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.

    3 to 7 days

Legal references

  • Executive Decree No. 15-57 of 02/08/2015, setting the conditions and modalities for carrying out storage and/or distribution activities for petroleum products.

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the activity "Wholesale distribution of butane gas, propane and their mixture (regulated activity)" in Algeria?

"Wholesale distribution of butane gas, propane and their mixture (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND MINES, 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 310003?

For a regulated activity like Wholesale distribution of butane gas, propane and their mixture (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND MINES). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.

Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Wholesale distribution of butane gas, propane and their mixture (regulated activity)?

ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Wholesale distribution of butane gas, propane and their mixture (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND MINES.

Which supervisory authority oversees code 310003?

The official supervisory authority for Wholesale distribution of butane gas, propane and their mixture (regulated activity) is MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND MINES. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.

Is the activity "Wholesale distribution of butane gas, propane and their mixture (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?

Yes, Wholesale distribution of butane gas, propane and their mixture (regulated activity) (CNRC code 310003) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from MINISTRY OF ENERGY AND MINES is mandatory before CNRC registration.

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