Registration is just the entry ticket. To actually win business:
Q: How long does the new registration take? A: Absolute minimum: 4 months. Realistic average: 8 to 10 months due to the biometric appointments and site visit backlog.
Q: Is it free to register? 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.
Q: Can I use a local agent or mandataire? 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. sonatrach algeria vendor registration new
Q: What happens if I was registered under the old system? 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.
Q: Which sectors are Sonatrach prioritizing in 2026? A: According to the Plan de Développement 2025-2029, they need: Solar PV equipment (for the TFT South project), Water treatment chemicals, Drilling rig spare parts, and Cybersecurity services.
Phase A: Creating Your Account
Phase B: Completing the Supplier Profile Questionnaire The new system features a detailed, multi-tab questionnaire (approximately 60–80 fields). You will need:
Phase C: Submitting and Tracking
Choose the relevant NAICS or Sonatrach product codes (e.g., drilling, pipelines, valves, engineering, catering, logistics). Be precise – wrong codes may disqualify you from future tenders. Registration is just the entry ticket
If you lack the internal legal team to manage this bureaucracy, consider these strategies:
Before diving into the "how," you must understand the "why." Sonatrach has updated its vendor registration protocol for three critical reasons:
Do not go directly to Sonatrach. You must first create a profile on the ANNAJAH Platform (Sonatrach’s e-procurement portal). Q: How long does the new registration take