What is the difference between a SARL and an EURL in Algeria?

The EURL has a single partner. The SARL has 2 to 50. Every other characteristic (100 000 DZD capital, limited liability, IBS, formalities) is identical.

Can you be both the partner AND the manager of an EURL?

Yes, that is the most frequent case. The sole partner can act as manager, or appoint a third party to manage. If the sole partner is the manager, they register with CASNOS (non-salaried majority manager).

What capital do you need for an EURL?

The amount is freely set by the articles of association since Law 15-20 of 2015; 100 000 DZD remains the standard banks ask for, as for a SARL. It is blocked at the bank until the CNRC registration, then unblocked for the activity.

Can you choose the IRG instead of the IBS?

Yes, an EURL can opt for the IRG (personal progressive scale) instead of the IBS. It is an explicit option, to be stated in the articles of association or at an extraordinary general meeting. Useful for small turnover.

Can an EURL be converted into a SARL?

Yes, simply by transferring at least 1 share to a new partner. No major refiling of the articles is needed, a simple statutory amendment is enough.

How much does it cost to create an EURL?

UpGrowth Connect package: 268 610 DZD + capital (12-month domiciliation) or 208 610 DZD + capital (6 months). The same structure as a SARL (single-partner articles of association). A share capital of 100 000 DZD comes on top (recoverable, an amount freely set by the articles of association since Law 15-20 of 2015; 100 000 DZD remains the standard banks ask for), 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.

Is an EURL less credible than a SARL?

Not at all. Banks, suppliers and public contracting authorities treat EURL and SARL in exactly the same way. Only the partner structure differs.

EURL Creation in Algeria 2026, Complete Guide

Creating an EURL in Algeria to run a business alone with limited liability. Minimum capital, notarized articles of association, the IBS/IRG tax option, and the differences with the SARL. Everything you need to know in 2026.

Content verified on July 31, 2026Our methodology

ByÉquipe UpGrowth, Lawyers specialised in single-partner companies

Published on April 24, 2026Updated on July 31, 2026

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What is an EURL in Algeria?

The EURL (Entreprise Unipersonnelle à Responsabilité Limitée) is the legal form designed for founders who want to create a company with a SINGLE partner. It is the single-partner variant of the SARL, with the same guarantees: capital freely set by the articles of association since Law 15-20 of 2015; 100 000 DZD remains the standard banks ask for, and liability limited to the contribution.

The EURL is ideal for a solo founder who wants to protect their personal assets while enjoying company status (commercial credibility, access to financing, public contracts).

Conditions for creating an EURL

A single partner (a natural person or a legal entity).
Share capital freely set by the articles of association since Law 15-20 of 2015; 100 000 DZD remains the standard banks ask for, as for a SARL.
The manager is often the sole partner, but can be a third party.
Registered office in Algeria with supporting proof.
Lawful corporate purpose specified in the articles of association.

Steps to create an EURL

1. Negative certificate for the company name (CNRC, Sijilcom).
2. Drafting of the articles of association before a notary.
3. Deposit of the share capital (100 000 DZD, the standard banks ask for) at the bank.
4. Publication in the BOAL.
5. CNRC registration, 7 to 15 days.
6. Obtaining the NIF from the DGI.
7. CASNOS registration (if the manager is non-salaried) or CNAS (if the manager is salaried).

Documents required

CNRC negative certificate.
Notarized articles of association.
Bank certificate confirming the capital is blocked.
Copy of the sole partner's national ID card.
Proof of registered office.
CNRC registration form.
BOAL publication.

Tax regime of the EURL

The EURL can choose between two tax regimes:

IBS regime (by default): rate of 19 to 26 % depending on the sector, as for an ordinary SARL.
Option for the IRG (an explicit option in the articles of association or at an extraordinary general meeting): profits are taxed on the sole partner's progressive IRG scale.
TAP (tax on professional activity): 1 to 2 % of turnover.
VAT: 9 % or 19 % depending on products and services.
Monthly G50 return is mandatory.

Cost of creating an EURL, UpGrowth Connect package

The same services as for a SARL (1 partner = single-partner articles of association). Fixed all-inclusive price.

Item	12-month package	6-month package
Lease contract (domiciliation)	150 000 DZD	90 000 DZD
Company creation and follow-up	60 000 DZD	60 000 DZD
Trade name	1 000 DZD	1 000 DZD
Register + stamp duty + company stamp	20 000 DZD	20 000 DZD
Articles of association + BOAL	30 000 DZD	30 000 DZD
CNRC BOAL	7 610 DZD	7 610 DZD
Share capital, freely set (1/5 paid up at the notary)	100 000 DZD +	100 000 DZD +
TOTAL	268 610 DZD + capital	208 610 DZD + capital

Documents to provide

Identity card (4 copies).
Birth certificate (4 copies).
Residence certificate (3 copies).
Criminal record (bulletin no. 3 less than 3 months old, 1 copy).
Trade name (or we reserve it for you).
See /en/company-creation-cost-algeria for the full package details.

EURL or SARL: how to choose?

EURL = 1 single partner. SARL = 2 to 50 partners. That is the main structural difference.

If you are alone today but expect to bring in a partner within 12 to 24 months, a SARL with a symbolic minority partner can be more flexible (it avoids the conversion).

If you are and will remain alone on your project, the EURL is the natural choice, with formalities identical to a SARL but without the constraint of finding a partner.

Advantages of the EURL

Protection of personal assets (liability limited to the contribution).
No obligation to take on a partner, total control.
Commercial credibility equivalent to a SARL.
Access to bank financing and public contracts.
Possibility of becoming a SARL simply by transferring shares to a new partner.
The IRG option is available: useful to smooth taxation on small turnover.

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