Since 2018, SCA-Partner has supported clients from around the world with setting up and growing their businesses in Algeria. Whether you’re looking to register a company, find a joint venture partner, open a bank account, recruit local staff, or secure office space, we offer end-to-end support tailored to your needs.

Our Algeria Business Services

We provide a full suite of services to help you navigate the Algerian market:

• Business registration
• Joint venture partner search
• Corporate bank account opening
• Employee recruitment
• Visa strategies
• Office rental solutions

Algeria Company Registration Overview

Advantages of Registering a Company in Algeria

• Simple requirements: Foreign investors only need one director and one shareholder, with a minimum capital of just USD 1,000 (DZD 100,000). There’s no need to travel—SCA-Partner can handle everything remotely, including providing a local passive shareholder if needed.
• Upcoming reforms: The Algerian government plans to scrap the minimum capital requirement, making registration even easier.
• Oil & gas opportunities: As Africa’s largest gas producer and home to the world’s third-largest shale gas reserves, Algeria offers significant opportunities for service providers in the energy sector—particularly those offering technology and expertise.
• Large consumer base: With a population of over 42 million and ranking 38th out of 141 economies for market size (Global Competitiveness Index, 2019), Algeria is a largely untapped consumer market. When adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP), the GDP per capita reaches 78% of the global average—creating opportunities for high-margin growth.

Challenges of Doing Business in Algeria

While Algeria holds promise, foreign investors must navigate a range of obstacles:

• Joint venture requirement: Foreigners cannot fully own Algerian businesses and must partner with a local entity (51% ownership). We help minimize this impact while ensuring compliance.
• Capital account prerequisite: Paid-up capital must be deposited in a local capital account before registration. We assist with this remotely.
• Office lease required: A physical office lease must be signed prior to incorporation. We can help secure space on your behalf.
• Language barriers: All legal documents must be translated into Arabic or French. English-speaking clients may face communication challenges, making hiring local staff essential.
• Limited structures: Foreign companies cannot establish branches—only representative offices are permitted.
• Administrative inefficiencies: Algeria’s bureaucracy can be slow and difficult to navigate. Corruption and favoritism toward nationals can complicate matters.
• High tax rates: Corporate income tax is 19% for manufacturing and 26% for most other sectors. Dividends attract a 15% withholding tax, with limited double taxation agreements outside Africa.
• Regulatory environment: Algeria’s trade environment remains restrictive. While the country is negotiating membership with the WTO, international trade remains heavily regulated.

Ready to Get Started?

At SCA-Partner, we are here to simplify your market entry and support your long-term success in Algeria.

📧 Email: info
📞 Phone: +254 728 268 568

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