General stores (customs storage) (regulated activity)
Regulated activity · CNRC 604605 · Services
Activity contents
- Warehouses, inventory and general stores under customs;
- Deposit of WARRANTEES goods.
Supervisory authority
CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATION
Type of authorization: Agreement
How to start this activity in Algeria
Official procedure, ordering of steps, and realistic timelines
Step 1: Obtain the licence from CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATION
The activity "General stores (customs storage) (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 "General stores (customs storage) (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.
3 to 7 days
Legal references
- Ordinance No. 95-27 of 30/12/1995 establishing the Finance Act for 1996, as amended.
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the activity "General stores (customs storage) (regulated activity)" in Algeria?
"General stores (customs storage) (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATION, 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 604605?
For a regulated activity like General stores (customs storage) (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 118 610 DZD (SARL/EURL excluding share capital), plus licence cost (varies per CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATION). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees.
Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for General stores (customs storage) (regulated activity)?
ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "General stores (customs storage) (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATION.
Which supervisory authority oversees code 604605?
The official supervisory authority for General stores (customs storage) (regulated activity) is CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATION. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.
Is the activity "General stores (customs storage) (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?
Yes, General stores (customs storage) (regulated activity) (CNRC code 604605) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATION is mandatory before CNRC registration.
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