Tourist guide (regulated activity)
Regulated activity · CNRC 605030 · Services
Activity contents
- Accompanying domestic or foreign tourists on tourist tours, organized trips or excursions.
Supervisory authority
MINISTER FOR TOURISM
Type of authorization: Agreement
How to start this activity in Algeria
Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines
Step 1: Obtain the licence from MINISTER FOR TOURISM
The activity "Tourist guide (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 "Tourist guide (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.
3 to 7 days
Legal references
- Executive Decree No. 06-224 of 21/06/2006 Setting the conditions and procedures for carrying out the tourism guide activity.
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the activity "Tourist guide (regulated activity)" in Algeria?
"Tourist guide (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from MINISTER FOR TOURISM, 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 605030?
For a regulated activity like Tourist guide (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per MINISTER FOR TOURISM). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.
Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Tourist guide (regulated activity)?
ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Tourist guide (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with MINISTER FOR TOURISM.
Which supervisory authority oversees code 605030?
The official supervisory authority for Tourist guide (regulated activity) is MINISTER FOR TOURISM. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.
Is the activity "Tourist guide (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?
Yes, Tourist guide (regulated activity) (CNRC code 605030) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from MINISTER FOR TOURISM is mandatory before CNRC registration.
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