Import of security and protection equipment, materials and supplies (regulated activity)
Regulated activity · CNRC 437201 · Import for Resale
Activity contents
- Importation of equipment to combat intrusions, fire and all other protection and security items;
- Importation of surveillance, alert, guarding equipment and all remote monitoring equipment and materials for metal detectors, detection portals,;
- Importation of safety supplies (clothing, shoes, etc.).
- -Import of computer equipment and various measuring devices necessary for the operation of sensitive equipment.
Authorized accessory activities
- Installation, assembly, maintenance and after-sales service for imported equipment and materials supplied to customers
Supervisory authority
MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR
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 THE INTERIOR
The activity "Import of security and protection equipment, materials and supplies (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 security and protection equipment, materials and supplies (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.
3 to 7 days
Legal references
- - Executive Decree No. 09-410 of 10/12/2009
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the activity "Import of security and protection equipment, materials and supplies (regulated activity)" in Algeria?
"Import of security and protection equipment, materials and supplies (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from MINISTRY OF THE 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 437201?
For a regulated activity like Import of security and protection equipment, materials and supplies (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.
Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Import of security and protection equipment, materials and supplies (regulated activity)?
ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Import of security and protection equipment, materials and supplies (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR.
Which supervisory authority oversees code 437201?
The official supervisory authority for Import of security and protection equipment, materials and supplies (regulated activity) is MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.
Is the activity "Import of security and protection equipment, materials and supplies (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?
Yes, Import of security and protection equipment, materials and supplies (regulated activity) (CNRC code 437201) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR is mandatory before CNRC registration.
Other codes in the same group
- Import of sensitive optical equipment (not equipped with night vision capabilities) (regulated activity). (437101)
- Importation of video surveillance equipment not equipped for night vision and not using wireless remote transmission (regulated activity). (437102)
- Import of sensitive road equipment (regulated activity). (437103)
- Import of security and protection equipment, materials and supplies (regulated activity). (437104)
- Import of intervention and law enforcement equipment (regulated activity). (437105)
- Import of telecommunications equipment requiring the assignment or allocation of frequency ranges (regulated activity). (437106)
- Import of other telecommunications equipment (regulated activity). (437107)
- Import of safety equipment (regulated activity). (437108)
- Import of encryption equipment and software (regulated activity). (437109)
- Import of sensitive aeronautical equipment (regulated activity). (437110)
- Import of intervention and law enforcement equipment (regulated activity). (437202)
- Importation of equipment intended for installations reserved for the practice of shooting, sporting or other exercises (regulated activity). (437301)