The verdict in three sentences
The RCCM (Trade and Personal Property Credit Register) gives your company legal existence, while the NINEA (National Identification Number for Businesses and Associations) gives it a tax identity. Both are obtained in a single procedure at the APIX one-stop shop, in 1 to 3 business days for 25,000 to 100,000 FCFA. An incomplete file (missing proof of address, unsigned bylaws) is the number-one cause of blockage.
The APIX one-stop shop steps
| Step | Action | Delay | Document obtained |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trade name reservation | A few hours | Name certificate |
| 2 | File submission at one-stop shop | 1 day | Submission receipt |
| 3 | RCCM registration | 1 to 2 days | RCCM number |
| 4 | NINEA assignment | Concurrent | NINEA card |
| 5 | Tax ID / IFU registration | Concurrent | Tax identifier |
| 6 | Collecting the full file | Same day | Complete kit |
RCCM and NINEA are linked: your tax number derives from your register entry. You cannot legally invoice, open a business bank account or bid on a tender without both numbers.
Required documents and costs
| Document / item | Detail | Indicative cost |
|---|---|---|
| Signed bylaws | 2 to 4 copies | 25,000 to 75,000 FCFA (drafting) |
| Manager's ID | Valid ID card or passport | - |
| Proof of address | Lease, utility bill | - |
| Sworn statement | Non-conviction | - |
| Registration fees | At one-stop shop | 25,000 to 50,000 FCFA |
| RCCM clerk fees | Included in package | Variable |
| Sole proprietorship total | Lighter procedure | 25,000 to 40,000 FCFA |
| SUARL / SARL total | With bylaws | 75,000 to 100,000 FCFA |
Mini case study
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Modou, opening a hardware store in Thies, submits his file on a Monday morning. He reserved his name online, prepared signed bylaws and a lease in the company's name. Result: RCCM and NINEA collected on Wednesday, for a total cost of 90,000 FCFA. His neighbor saw his file rejected twice for lack of valid proof of address: three weeks lost. The lesson: a complete file the first time saves days and money.
FAQ
Can the procedure be done 100% online? Name reservation and pre-submission are done online on the APIX platform, but some documents are finalized at the counter. Still expect 1 to 3 days.
Is the NINEA paid? No, NINEA assignment is free; you only pay registration and bylaws fees, totaling 25,000 to 100,000 FCFA.
What about a change of address or manager? An RCCM amendment is mandatory, usually 15,000 to 50,000 FCFA, otherwise you risk irregularity during an inspection.
Do you need a lawyer or notary? Not mandatory for a simple SUARL or SARL; the one-stop shop is enough. A professional helps if bylaws are complex (in-kind contributions, shareholder agreements).
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Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
