Importation of tobacco products (regulated activity)
Regulated activity · CNRC 425101 · Import for Resale
Activity contents
- Importation of products intended to be smoked, snuffed, chewed, chewed or sucked, shisha including electronic cigarettes, as long as they are, even partially, made of tobacco.
Supervisory authority
TOBACCO MARKET REGULATORY AUTHORITY
Type of authorization: Authorisation
How to start this activity in Algeria
Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines
Step 1: Obtain the licence from TOBACCO MARKET REGULATORY AUTHORITY
The activity "Importation of tobacco products (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 tobacco products (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.
3 to 7 days
Legal references
- -Article 298 of the indirect tax code -Executive Decree No. 04-331 of 10/18/2004
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the activity "Importation of tobacco products (regulated activity)" in Algeria?
"Importation of tobacco products (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from TOBACCO MARKET REGULATORY AUTHORITY, 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 425101?
For a regulated activity like Importation of tobacco products (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per TOBACCO MARKET REGULATORY AUTHORITY). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.
Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Importation of tobacco products (regulated activity)?
ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Importation of tobacco products (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with TOBACCO MARKET REGULATORY AUTHORITY.
Which supervisory authority oversees code 425101?
The official supervisory authority for Importation of tobacco products (regulated activity) is TOBACCO MARKET REGULATORY AUTHORITY. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.
Is the activity "Importation of tobacco products (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?
Yes, Importation of tobacco products (regulated activity) (CNRC code 425101) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from TOBACCO MARKET REGULATORY AUTHORITY is mandatory before CNRC registration.