About Trade License
A Trade License is issued by the local municipal corporation or body and allows you to carry on a trade or business from a particular premises. It is mainly needed for businesses that may affect public health or safety, such as food outlets, workshops and storage.
We prepare your application as per your municipality's rules and follow it up until the licence is issued.
Key benefits
- Legal permission to run a business from your premises
- Helps you avoid penalties and closure notices
- Often required for FSSAI and other licences
- Adds credibility with banks and vendors
Who needs Trade License?
- Restaurants, eateries and food shops
- Workshops, godowns and small manufacturers
- Businesses that the local body requires to be licensed
Documents required
- ID and address proof of the owner
- Passport size photograph
- Proof of premises: ownership papers or rent agreement with NOC
- Property tax receipt
- Details of the business activity
- Site plan, where required
Exact requirements can vary by state and case. We confirm your list in the free consultation.
Our process
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1
Understand local rules
We check what your municipality requires for your type of business.
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Prepare the application
We collect your documents and prepare the application.
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3
Submit and follow up
We submit it to the municipal authority and track inspections or queries.
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4
Licence issued
You receive your Trade License.
Frequently asked questions
Who issues the Trade License?
It is issued by your local municipal corporation, municipality or panchayat.
Is a Trade License needed along with Shop Act?
They are different. Shop Act covers establishment rules under state law, while the Trade License is issued by the local body. Many businesses need both.