Import of precious metals (regulated activity)
Regulated activity · CNRC 430203 · Import for Resale
Activity contents
- Importation of precious metal jewelry findings, silver solders, silver nitrate, silver anodes, potassium aurocyanide, potassium silver cyanide as well as gold, silver and platinum in all their forms (jewelry, powder, liquid, salts, beaten, shot, mass, ingots) and other finished or semi-finished products containing precious metals.
Supervisory authority
MINISTRY OF FINANCE
Type of authorization: Approval
How to start this activity in Algeria
Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines
Step 1: Obtain the licence from MINISTRY OF FINANCE
The activity "Import of precious metals (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 "Import of precious metals (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.
3 to 7 days
Legal references
- -Article 359 of the indirect tax code -Executive Decree No. 15-169 of June 23, 2015
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the activity "Import of precious metals (regulated activity)" in Algeria?
"Import of precious metals (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from MINISTRY OF FINANCE, 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 430203?
For a regulated activity like Import of precious metals (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per MINISTRY OF FINANCE). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.
Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Import of precious metals (regulated activity)?
ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Import of precious metals (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with MINISTRY OF FINANCE.
Which supervisory authority oversees code 430203?
The official supervisory authority for Import of precious metals (regulated activity) is MINISTRY OF FINANCE. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.
Is the activity "Import of precious metals (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?
Yes, Import of precious metals (regulated activity) (CNRC code 430203) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from MINISTRY OF FINANCE is mandatory before CNRC registration.