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What is the company registry in Algeria?
The National Center of The Trade Register (Centre National du Registre du Commerce (CNRC)
Centre National du registre du commerce, Route Nationale N° 24 Lido Bordj El Kiffan Alger BP N° 18, 16120 Algérie
About Algeria
The Algeria Companies Registry is located in Algiers and was founded in 1963.
Algeria which is officially the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria is a country in the Maghreb region of North Africa. The main languages of Algeria are Arabic (official), French (lingua franca) and Tamazight. The local currency is the Algerian dinar (DZD) and the population of Algeria is over 47 million.
Algeria Economy
The Real GDP in Algeria is in the region of $699 billion with a GDP per capita of $15,300. Algeria's economy is primarily based on its oil and gas exports, which contribute to about a third of the country's GDP. The leading export commodities for Algeria are natural gas, crude petroleum, refined petroleum, fertilizers and ammonia.
Main Trading Partners of Algeria
The leading export and import partners for Algeria are:
Exports: Italy 29%, Spain 12%, France 12%, USA 5%, South Korea 5%
Imports: China 18%, France 14%, Italy 7%, Turkey 6%, Brazil 6%
Algeria Certificate of Incorporation
The Algeria Certificate of Incorporation is issued by the local company register and we can provide a copy of this company incorporation certificate where available. A certificate of incorporation is a legal document that proves a company is registered with the local register and has met all the requirements to do so.
Algeria Certificate of Good Standing
The certificate of Good standing is issued by the local Algeria company registry. A Certificate of Good Standing (CGS) is an official document that confirms a company's legal compliance and good standing. The availability and information provided on the certificate of good standing will vary for each jurisdiction.
Reasons to obtain company documents
An extract from the Algeria register can be used for many reasons including:
Background checks on potential Algeria customers / suppliers
Litigation claims
Check potential employers
Wills and Probate
Regulation for Algeria Company Register
There are regulations for all company registers and in Algeria the relevant laws include Trade Code of 1975.
What information is free to view at Algeria Company Registry?
In some jurisdictions certain information is free to view and in Algeria the following information can be viewed free of charge:
Algeria Company Name - Raison Sociale
Algeria Company Number - NIS / NIF
Algeria Share Capital
Algeria Registered Address
Algeria Company Type
Do you need to register / sign up at the Algeria Company Registry?
Yes you need to sign up at the local Algeria register to order, obtain and download registered documents.
Number of Registered Companies in Algeria
There are over there were around 2.2 million companies registered in Algeria which includes over 1.9 million sole proprietorships and 215,300 corporations. Small firms are the most common type of business in Algeria.
Forming a company in Algeria
You can register a company in Algeria through the Registry or use a company formation agent to represent you. The minimum share capital in Algeria depends on the type of company:
Algeria Limited liability company (LLC)
The minimum share capital is DZD 100,000 (approximately USD $1,000). LLCs are a good choice for foreign companies that want to establish a subsidiary with a single shareholder.
Algeria Public limited company (SPA)
The minimum share capital is DZD 1,000,000 for privately held SPAs and DZD 5,000,000 for publicly traded SPAs. SPAs are a good choice for larger projects that require a lot of capital.
Algeria Hybrid partnership (SCS)
The minimum share capital is DZD 1,000,000 for non-public offerings and DZD 5,000,000 for public offerings.
Types of Companies in Algeria
Businesses in Algeria can be setup with several different types of companies which include:
Algeria Public limited company
Algeria Limited liability company (SARL)
Algeria One-man limited liability business
Algeria Business partnership
Algeria Mixed company
Algeria representative office (Le bureau de liaison)
Can you order a Algeria Apostille Certificate?
No, Algeria has not agreed to the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents.
Even though Algeria has not agreed to this Algeria company registry search documents will often still require an Apostille certificate but will then also require further legalisation or attestation via their embassy.
What language are the documents available in Algeria?
The Algeria Company Register is in French, Arabic and English languages.
Do documents supplied to the court need to be translated?
Yes, all documents need to be translated into Arabic. The translations must be an official translation.
Algeria Embassies, high commissions and consulates
Algeria has 99 embassies abroad, as well as 36 consulates and 3 other representations. Algiers, the capital of Algeria, hosts 93 embassies, and in addition there are a total of 11 consulates and one other representation located in Algeria.
Algeria Site Visits
Our network of global private investigators / process severs means we offer site visits throughout all of Algeria. Our local partner is based in Algiers which enables us to do site visits throughout all of Algeria including Constantine, Oran and Annaba. Our agents can make discreet enquiries at the location to confirm if company currently trades at the address and take photographs along with any other special requests.
Beneficial Ownership in Algeria
The Algeria beneficial ownership register is a Live Register called Public Register of Beneficial Owners of Algerian Legal Entities which was launched in 2023. The threshold used to determine beneficial ownership in Algeria is 20%.
Algeria Corporate income tax (CIT) rate
The Algeria Corporate income tax (CIT) rate varies varies depending on the industry:
19% for manufacturing activities
23% for building activities, public works, and hydraulics, as well as tourist and thermal activities, excluding travel agencies
26% for all other activities
Algeria Debt Collection
Creditreform provides an Algeria Debt Collection service on a No Win No Fee basis. All debts are pursued by our local office/partner in the country/jurisdiction where the debtor is located including Algeria.
Algeria Skip Tracing
We provide private investigation services for all countries/jurisdictions including Algeria. Our specialist Algeria skip tracing service operates through our network of PI agents worldwide where we can trace individuals current addresses.
Algeria Business Credit Reports
Ceditreform provides Algeria Business Credit reports on all companies and businesses registered in Algeria. The report will include all available information and a credit rating/score. To request a recent sample credit report please contact us.
Algeria Company Document Agency FAQs
1. What documents/extracts are available in Algeria?
The extracts / documents available will vary depending on the jurisdiction and company type. If you can provide details on the company we can check availability to confirm what extracts are available and provide quote.
2. What is the difference between a company extract and a credit report?
A company extract provides official information/documentation which can include where available such as a company's registration, directors, and share capital. A credit report provides information about a company's finances, ownership and credit worthiness.
3. Is shareholder information available in Algeria?
The availability of shareholder information depends on the jurisdiction, company type and local legislation.
4. Are financial statements available in Algeria?
Financial information is usually required to be filed at the local register but is not always publicly available. Financial information is more publicly available in Europe compared to other regions globally where there is not always a legal requirement.
5. What is the cost to obtain company extracts?
The cost of obtaining company extracts varies depending on the jurisdiction, access to the local register and the delivery speed required. We will always provide a no obligation quote before proceeding.
6. What is the delivery time to obtain company documents?
The delivery time to obtain company documents depends on the jurisdiction and access to the local register. We will always provide the documents by email where possible to speed up delivery.