What are the steps to create a company in Algeria?

7 steps: (1) choose the legal status, (2) reserve the company name (CNRC negative certificate), (3) draft the articles of association before a notary (for SARL/EURL), (4) publish in the BOAL, (5) deposit the share capital at the bank, (6) register at the CNRC, (7) obtain the NIF and register with CASNOS or CNAS.

How much does it cost to create a SARL in Algeria in 2026?

UpGrowth Connect package: 268 610 DZD + capital (12-month domiciliation) or 208 610 DZD + capital (6 months). It includes the lease contract, creation follow-up, trade name, register + stamp duty + company stamp, articles of association + BOAL, CNRC BOAL. Share capital comes on top (your own money, freely set by the articles; 100 000 DZD is the bank standard), of which only 1/5 is paid up at incorporation (20 000 DZD), deposited with the notary and recovered by cheque once the trade register is issued. Full breakdown: /cout-creation-entreprise-algerie.

Which legal status should you choose to start out in Algeria?

For an individual activity under 5M DZD turnover (services) or 10M (resale trade): auto-entrepreneur (flat IFU at 0.5 %, a single rate since the 2024 Finance Act). To limit liability or take on partners: SARL/EURL (IBS 19-26 % of profit). For large structures raising funds: SPA (minimum capital 1M DZD). Note: the SARL/EURL capital has been freely set by the articles of association since Law 15-20 of 2015 (100 000 DZD remains the standard banks ask for).

How long does it take to create a company in Algeria?

3 to 6 weeks for a SARL/EURL if the file is complete from the start: 1 week for the notarized articles, 2 weeks for the BOAL, 7 to 15 days for the CNRC registration, 7 to 15 days for the NIF. A natural person (auto-entrepreneur) can finish in 2 to 3 weeks.

Which documents are needed to create a company in Algeria?

CNRC negative certificate, notarized articles of association, bank certificate blocking the capital, BOAL publication, copy of the manager's national ID card, proof of registered office (lease or title deed), CNRC registration form, identity photos.

Can you create your company online in Algeria?

Partly. The Sijilcom platform (sidjilcom.cnrc.dz) allows you to reserve the negative certificate and file the registration online. The visit to the notary (SARL/EURL articles) and the final collection of the trade register extract remain physical.

What is the difference between a SARL and an EURL?

Structurally identical (freely set capital, 100 000 DZD in practice, limited liability, IBS). The key difference: a SARL has 2 to 50 partners, an EURL a single partner. If a SARL ends up with only one partner, it must be converted into an EURL.

Can you create a company with no capital?

Yes for natural-person statuses (auto-entrepreneur, sole proprietorship), with no minimum capital. For companies (SARL/EURL), the capital has been freely set by the articles since Law 15-20, but banks and notaries ask for 100 000 DZD blocked in practice. For an SPA: 1 000 000 DZD minimum, raised to 5 000 000 DZD in case of a public offering.

Company Creation in Algeria 2026, Complete Guide

Create your company in Algeria: every status (SARL, EURL, auto-entrepreneur, SPA), the 7 key steps, required documents, real costs and timelines for 2026. The reference guide for founders and project holders.

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ByÉquipe UpGrowth, Spécialistes création d'entreprise en Algérie

Published on April 24, 2026Updated on July 30, 2026

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What is company creation in Algeria?

Creating a company in Algeria means giving a commercial activity a legal and tax existence. The process is framed by the Centre National du Registre du Commerce (CNRC) for registration, the Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI) for the NIF, and the social security funds (CASNOS or CNAS).

The choice of status, auto-entrepreneur, sole proprietorship, SARL, EURL, SPA, SNC, depends on your activity, the capital available, the number of partners and your tolerance to risk. Each structure carries its own tax, social and accounting obligations.

The 7 key steps of company creation

1. Choose the legal status (auto-entrepreneur, SARL, EURL, sole proprietorship) according to your profile and activity.
2. Reserve the company name with a negative certificate from the CNRC (Sijilcom), around 800 DZD, valid 6 months.
3. Draft the articles of association before a notary (for SARL/EURL) with the mandatory clauses: corporate purpose, capital, management, registered office.
4. Publish the legal notice in the BOAL (Bulletin Officiel des Annonces Légales), a mandatory formality for companies.
5. Deposit the share capital at the bank and obtain the blocking certificate. The amount has been freely set by the articles of association since Law 15-20 of 2015; 100 000 DZD remains the standard banks ask for a SARL.
6. Register the company at the CNRC with the forms + notarized articles + negative certificate + proof of registered office. Timeline 7 to 15 days.
7. Obtain the NIF from the tax office (DGI), then register with CASNOS (self-employed) or CNAS (employer of salaried staff).

Which legal status should you choose?

Summary comparison of the main statuses available in Algeria for 2026.

Status	Min. capital	Liability	Taxation	Best suited to
Auto-entrepreneur	None	Personal assets exposed	IFU 0.5 % in full discharge (LF 2024)	Liberal services and freelancing under 5M DZD turnover / Resale trade under 10M DZD turnover
Sole proprietorship	None	Personal assets exposed	IRG progressive scale	Traders, craftspeople, liberal professions
EURL	100 000 DZD	Limited to contributions	IBS 19-26 % or IRG on option	A single partner who wants limited liability
SARL	100 000 DZD	Limited to contributions	IBS 19-26 %	2 to 50 partners, medium-sized projects
SPA	5 000 000 DZD	Limited to contributions	IBS 19-26 %	Large structures, fundraising, listing

Documents required for a SARL/EURL

Negative certificate for the company name (CNRC, Sijilcom).
Original notarized articles of association + copies.
Bank certificate confirming the share capital is blocked.
BOAL publication (proof of the legal notice).
Copy of the national ID card or passport of the manager or managers.
Proof of registered office: commercial lease, title deed, or domiciliation contract.
CNRC registration form, duly completed.
Identity photos of the manager (2 copies).

2026 costs, UpGrowth Connect packages

Fixed all-inclusive prices, no vague ranges. Two statuses (legal entity / natural person) x two durations (12 months / 6 months).

Full line-by-line breakdown (lease contract, creation follow-up, articles of association, BOAL, CNRC, company stamp) on the dedicated page: /cout-creation-entreprise-algerie.

Package	Company (SARL / EURL)	Natural person
Domiciliation 12 months	268 610 DZD + capital	225 000 DZD
Domiciliation 6 months	208 610 DZD + capital	165 000 DZD
Standard share capital (SARL/EURL, freely set by the articles)	100 000 DZD (1/5 paid at the notary)	,
Creation timeline	up to 30 days	up to 30 days

Benefits and obligations after creation

Benefit: access to the financing schemes (NESDA, ANADE, ANGEM, public banks) reserved for formally registered companies.
Benefit: eligibility to apply for the Startup Label (IBS/TAP/IRG exemptions for 4 years) if the project is innovative.
Benefit: opening of a professional bank account, cheque book, business card, international transfers.
Obligation: keeping accounts (annual IBS balance sheet to be filed before 30 April).
Obligation: monthly G50 returns (VAT, TAP, IRG on salaries).
Obligation: registration with CASNOS (self-employed managers) or CNAS (salaried managers + employees).
Obligation: annual declaration of salaries (DAS) if you hire.

Common mistakes to avoid

Underestimating the total budget, many people forget the notary + BOAL + domiciliation fees, which can exceed 100 000 DZD.
Choosing a company name without checking INAPI prior rights, a registered trademark prevails over a simple CNRC trade name.
Drafting articles of association that do not follow the notarized format, systematically rejected by the CNRC.
Failing to register with CASNOS within the 10 days following registration, an 11 % penalty applies.
Confusing SARL and EURL, a SARL left with a single partner must be converted into an EURL.
Ignoring prior sector authorizations (health, food, import) that can block the CNRC file.

Auto-entrepreneur or company: how to choose?

The auto-entrepreneur status suits individual activities with moderate turnover (under 5 million DZD in services, 10 million in resale trade). It applies a single flat tax (IFU) of 0.5 % of turnover for every activity (uniform since the 2024 Finance Act, art. 282sexies CIDTA) and exempts you from VAT.

A SARL or EURL becomes relevant as soon as you want to protect your personal assets, take on partners, raise funds, sign public contracts, or export. It requires full accounting and heavier tax and social charges.

An UpGrowth consultant can assess your profile and recommend the optimal status in a 30-minute free consultation.

Official links and resources

CNRC, Sijilcom: https://sidjilcom.cnrc.dz
DGI, Jibayatic: https://jibayatic.mf.gov.dz
CASNOS: https://www.casnos.dz
CNAS: https://www.cnas.dz
AAPI (investment): https://www.aapi.dz
Ministry of Trade: https://www.commerce.gov.dz

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