Algeria

We assist global clients looking to do  business in Algeria with the A to Z of business setup without the need for the client to travel to Algeria . Some of our services include:

Company / Branch registration

Tax registration and obtaining PIN

Regulatory licenses across all sectors

Personal and corporate bank account opening

Accounting and tax support services

Provision of nominee directors and shareholders

Recruitment and employee hiring

Virtual/Physical Office space solutions

Employment and residency visas

The most common corporate structures preferred by foreign investors setting up in Algeria include i) the limited liability company (LLC/LTD) and ii) the branch office. See detailed comparison below:

Advantages and disadvantages of setting up business in Algeria:

  • Algeria is natural resource country that provides room for development and diversity for business investors.
  • Economic stability. It has an economic stability that proves to be a good economic center for investors and business set up.
  • Algeria has signed double taxation treatieswith 25 countries and dependent territories to reduce withholding tax on payments abroad.
  • Algeria has strong infrastructure.
  • Good human resource for investors.
  • The country has a lot of sectoral opportunities as it is diverse in different sectors.Sectors such as renewable energies, agriculture, information technology, and infrastructure present strong growth potential.
  • Skilled labor force in the country. Hence easy to get skills required for job required.
  • Located in a geographically strategic position.It has proximity to markets, regional connectivity, potential as a logistics hub, geopolitical stability, natural resources, varied climatic conditions, regional opportunities, access to new markets, and the possibility of creating special economic zones.
  • Complex customs procedures;
  • There is bureaucracy hurdles;
  •  Issues with financial transactions, and global price competition in Algeria;
  • Algeria express concerns about the frequent changes in laws and regulations, which is a commercial risk for investors;
  • There is limited regional integration and import restrictions that hinder the utilization of international supply chains in Algeria;
  • Foreigners are not allowed to fully own Algerian companies and are required to find a local 51% joint venture partner. We at Girimba will be happy to assist in acquiring a trustworthy joint venture partner;
  • Branch offices for foreign corporations are not allowed to be registered in Algeria. Only representative offices are allowed.

Company incorporation steps in Algeria

  1. Name Reservation: Girimba Consulting reserves a unique company name through the Applicants can do this at the Centre National du Commerce (CNRC) or the Commercial Registry. The applicant can propose 4 company names and after the name has been checked and approved, the issuance of the certificate will be on the same day.
  2. Documents Preparation: Our Team prepares the incorporation documents and emails our Client for signatures and email return with a notary at the Notary Office. Notary fees will be charged based on the amount of capital the company has.
  3. Certificate of Incorporation: Our Team submits an application for company registration with the Commercial Registry office and obtain a certificate of incorporation;
  4. Register for Income, Corporate Tax and Vat With the Local Tax Office

    Our Team submits an application for income tax, corporate tax, and VAT at the local tax office

  5. Applying for other trade or business license: Depending on the company venture, our team shall assist you in obtaining all requisite business specific licenses.
  6. Other Registrations: If the Client intends to hire local staff, our Team registers the company with Pay As you Go scheme(PAYG)
  7. Bank Account Opening: Girimba Consulting also assists our Client to open a local corporate bank account with a top tier bank in Algeria.

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    Clarence S. Carlos

    Regional Cordinator

    Clarence is our regional cordinator and head of business setup secretariat.