Importation of medicines for veterinary use (regulated activity).
Regulated activity · CNRC 420205 · Import for Resale
Activity contents
- Importation of veterinary medicines.
Supervisory authority
MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE
Type of authorization: Prior agreement
How to start this activity in Algeria
Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines
Step 1: Obtain the licence from MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE
The activity "Importation of medicines for veterinary use (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 "Importation of medicines for veterinary use (regulated activity)." can then start lawfully.
3 to 7 days
Legal references
- *Order of March 6, 2011, establishing the terms of approval of importers of medicines for veterinary use.
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the activity "Importation of medicines for veterinary use (regulated activity)." in Algeria?
"Importation of medicines for veterinary use (regulated activity)." is regulated: first obtain the official licence from MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, 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 420205?
For a regulated activity like Importation of medicines for veterinary use (regulated activity).: 60 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 103 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE). UpGrowth Connect: 45 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.
Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Importation of medicines for veterinary use (regulated activity).?
ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Importation of medicines for veterinary use (regulated activity).", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE.
Which supervisory authority oversees code 420205?
The official supervisory authority for Importation of medicines for veterinary use (regulated activity). is MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.
Is the activity "Importation of medicines for veterinary use (regulated activity)." regulated in Algeria?
Yes, Importation of medicines for veterinary use (regulated activity). (CNRC code 420205) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE is mandatory before CNRC registration.