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Contract research company (cro) (regulated activity)

Regulated activity · CNRC 602120 · Services

Activity contents

  • Services and advisory services in pharmaceutical research and development;
  • Conduct of technical studies.

Supervisory authority

DEPARTMENT OF THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY

Type of authorization: Agreement

How to start this activity in Algeria

Official procedure, ordering of steps, and the timelines announced by the administrations

  1. Step 1: Obtain the licence from DEPARTMENT OF THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY

    The activity "Contract research company (cro) (regulated activity)" is regulated. You must first build an accreditation file with the supervisory authority (articles, qualification proof, premises eligibility) before any CNRC registration.

    No published timing

  2. 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.

    3 days, décret 23-169

  3. 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 "Contract research company (cro) (regulated activity)" can then start lawfully.

    Through the portal

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Frequently asked questions

How do I start the activity "Contract research company (cro) (regulated activity)" in Algeria?

"Contract research company (cro) (regulated activity)" is regulated: first obtain the official licence from DEPARTMENT OF THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY, then incorporate at CNRC, and finish with tax registrations. UpGrowth Connect handles licence + turn-key incorporation.

How much does it cost to incorporate for code 602120?

For a regulated activity like Contract research company (cro) (regulated activity): 75 000 DZD (sole proprietorship) or about 148 610 DZD (EURL excluding share capital, 163 610 DZD for a SARL with two partners), plus licence cost (varies per DEPARTMENT OF THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY). UpGrowth Connect: 60 000 DZD ex-tax + State fees (for an EURL: 90 000 DZD ex-tax without domiciliation, 60 000 DZD ex-tax with domiciliation at UpGrowth, plus 15 000 DZD per additional partner).

Is the ANAE auto-entrepreneur regime allowed for Contract research company (cro) (regulated activity)?

ANAE is reserved for individual services, capped at 5M DZD/year. For "Contract research company (cro) (regulated activity)", verify eligibility via UpGrowth's ANAE tool or with DEPARTMENT OF THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY.

Which supervisory authority oversees code 602120?

The official supervisory authority for Contract research company (cro) (regulated activity) is DEPARTMENT OF THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY. This body is responsible for regulation, accreditation and oversight of the activity.

Is the activity "Contract research company (cro) (regulated activity)" regulated in Algeria?

Yes, Contract research company (cro) (regulated activity) (CNRC code 602120) is classified REGULATED. A prior licence from DEPARTMENT OF THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY is mandatory before CNRC registration.

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