Cinematographic company (regulated activity)

Regulated activity · CNRC 605004 · Services

Activity contents

  • The process of making a film from the initial idea or script to the financing, the gathering of artistic and technical teams, the preparation of the project, the
  • Filming, post-production operations until the final work presented to the public. It also encompasses artistic, technical and commercial aspects.
  • All production and co-production activities.

Supervisory authority

THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA

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 THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA

    The activity "Cinematographic company (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 "Cinematographic company (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.

    3 to 7 days

Legal references

  • Act No. 24-07 of 29 April 2024 on the film industry (Articles 2, 8 and 10).

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the activity "Cinematographic company (regulated activity)" in Algeria?

"Cinematographic company (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA, 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 605004?

For a regulated activity like Cinematographic company (regulated activity): 60 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 103 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA). UpGrowth Connect: 45 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.

Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Cinematographic company (regulated activity)?

ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Cinematographic company (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA.

Which supervisory authority oversees code 605004?

The official supervisory authority for Cinematographic company (regulated activity) is THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.

Is the activity "Cinematographic company (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?

Yes, Cinematographic company (regulated activity) (CNRC code 605004) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from THE NATIONAL CENTRE OF CINEMA is mandatory before CNRC registration.