Aquaculture business (regulated activity)

Regulated activity · CNRC 101205 · Goods Production

Activity contents

  • All activities of fish farming, shellfish farming, carcinoculture, echinoculture, seaweed farming, aquarium farming, collection of juveniles and fish tanks.

Authorized accessory activities

  • Distribution of products defined in the content of the activity, intended for wholesalers, retailers and communities.

Supervisory authority

MINISTRY OF FISHERIES

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 FISHERIES

    The activity "Aquaculture business (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 "Aquaculture business (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.

    3 to 7 days

Legal references

  • Executive Decree No. 07-208 of 06/30/2007, Setting the conditions for carrying out the activity of aquaculture breeding and cultivation, the different types of establishments, the conditions for their creation and the rules for their operation.

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the activity "Aquaculture business (regulated activity)" in Algeria?

"Aquaculture business (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from MINISTRY OF FISHERIES, 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 101205?

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

Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Aquaculture business (regulated activity)?

ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Aquaculture business (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with MINISTRY OF FISHERIES.

Which supervisory authority oversees code 101205?

The official supervisory authority for Aquaculture business (regulated activity) is MINISTRY OF FISHERIES. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.

Is the activity "Aquaculture business (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?

Yes, Aquaculture business (regulated activity) (CNRC code 101205) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from MINISTRY OF FISHERIES is mandatory before CNRC registration.