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Manufacturing of weapons of war (regulated activity)

Regulated activity · CNRC 105414 · Goods Production

Activity contents

  • Manufacture of weapons of war, including their parts and spare parts;
  • Manufacturing of war munitions;
  • Manufacture of bladed weapons and their parts.

Supervisory authority

MINISTRY OF DEFENSE AND/OR INTERIOR

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 DEFENSE AND/OR INTERIOR

    The activity "Manufacturing of weapons of war (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 "Manufacturing of weapons of war (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.

    3 to 7 days

Legal references

  • Executive Decree No. 98-96 of 03/18/1998 relating to war materials, weapons and ammunition. Modified and completed.

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the activity "Manufacturing of weapons of war (regulated activity)" in Algeria?

"Manufacturing of weapons of war (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from MINISTRY OF DEFENSE AND/OR INTERIOR, 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 105414?

For a regulated activity like Manufacturing of weapons of war (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per MINISTRY OF DEFENSE AND/OR INTERIOR). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.

Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Manufacturing of weapons of war (regulated activity)?

ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Manufacturing of weapons of war (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with MINISTRY OF DEFENSE AND/OR INTERIOR.

Which supervisory authority oversees code 105414?

The official supervisory authority for Manufacturing of weapons of war (regulated activity) is MINISTRY OF DEFENSE AND/OR INTERIOR. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.

Is the activity "Manufacturing of weapons of war (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?

Yes, Manufacturing of weapons of war (regulated activity) (CNRC code 105414) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from MINISTRY OF DEFENSE AND/OR INTERIOR is mandatory before CNRC registration.

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