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A: The old certificates expired in December 2025. You must re-register under the "Renouvellement" tab on the TAP portal. You are not exempt from the biometric or local content steps. sonatrach algeria vendor registration new
A: The application itself is free. However, legalization, translation, biometric fees, and the chèque de caution cost between $5,000 and $15,000 depending on your home country. A: The application itself is free
However, registering with Sonatrach has historically been a labyrinthine process—fraught with bureaucracy, language barriers, and shifting regulatory requirements. As of the 2025-2026 fiscal year, Sonatrach has rolled out a aimed at aligning with Algeria’s new investment laws (Law 22-18) and increasing local integration (Intégration Locale). As of the 2025-2026 fiscal year, Sonatrach has
Disclaimer: This information is accurate as of Q2 2026. Sonatrach updates its procurement code (Réglement des Marchés) without notice. Always verify via the official TAP portal.
A: Yes, but the new rules require a Pouvoir Spécial (Special Power of Attorney) notarized in both your country and Algeria. The mandataire must be a registered Bureau d’Etudes or Cabinet Juridique .