Import of paintings and works of art.
Free activity · CNRC 449103 · Import for Resale
Activity contents
- Importation of paintings, engravings, prints, and artistic lithographs;
- Importation of ceramics and glassware of an artistic nature;
- Importation of all forms of artistic sculptures;
- Importation of artistic carpets and tapestries;
- Importation of art publishing (books, catalogues, posters, posters, postcards) and all forms of art reproduction;
- Importation of mouldings for art frames of all kinds and artistic equipment and supplies.
How to start this activity in Algeria
Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines
Step 1: Choose the right legal form
The activity "Import of paintings and works of art." is free, no prior licence needed. Choose between auto-entrepreneur (ANAE, 5M DZD/year cap for services), sole-trader, single-member LLC (EURL) or LLC (SARL) depending on your project and number of partners.
Day 1
Step 2: CNRC registration
For SARL/EURL: notarised articles + share capital. For sole trader or auto-entrepreneur: simplified file. In every case, request the company name then the Trade Register extract from CNRC.
3 to 7 days
Step 3: Tax and social registrations
Tax ID (NIF), social ID (NIS for manager), CNAS affiliation if employees, tax card. You can immediately operate "Import of paintings and works of art." in Algeria without any further ministry-level step.
3 to 5 days
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the activity "Import of paintings and works of art." in Algeria?
Choose your legal form (SARL/EURL/Auto-Entrepreneur), file the company name + articles at CNRC, obtain the NIF, NIS, CNAS affiliation if hiring, and tax card. UpGrowth Connect launches your company in 7 days, money-back guaranteed.
How much does it cost to incorporate for code 449103?
About 75 000 DZD all-in for a sole proprietorship, or 118 610 DZD + min capital for SARL/EURL. UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees. Optional Birkhadem domiciliation: +150 000 DZD / 12 months.
Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Import of paintings and works of art.?
ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Import of paintings and works of art.", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with the competent authority.
Which supervisory authority oversees code 449103?
This activity has no specific supervisory authority beyond CNRC, Trade Register registration is sufficient.
Is the activity "Import of paintings and works of art." regulated in Algeria?
No, Import of paintings and works of art. (CNRC code 449103) is classified FREE. Operable after simple CNRC registration, no prior ministerial licence.