Trade License Registration
- ✔ Ensures your business operates legally within municipal limits
- ✔ Builds credibility and trust with customers and authorities
- ✔ Prevents penalties, closure, or legal action by local bodies
- ✔ Helps in applying for other registrations (GST, FSSAI, etc.
- ✔ Supports business continuity by complying with local laws
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Introduction
A Trade License is a mandatory legal document issued by the Municipal Corporation or local authority that permits individuals or entities to carry out specific business activities within a particular area. It ensures that the business adheres to health, safety, and operational standards set by the local government.
This license does not grant property ownership rights but simply authorizes the holder to conduct business lawfully at a given location.
Why You Should Register
Obtaining a Trade License is crucial for all businesses to maintain lawful operations and avoid regulatory issues. It assures that your establishment complies with local laws concerning hygiene, safety, and public welfare.
Without a valid Trade License, your business may face penalties, closure notices, or disqualification from other business-related approvals.
Businesses That Require This Registration
A Trade License is mandatory for:
• Shops, restaurants, and hotels
• Manufacturing units and small-scale industries
• Commercial offices and service providers
• Warehouses and godowns
• Health-related businesses (clinics, salons, spas, etc.)
Essentially, any business operating within municipal limits must obtain this license before commencing operations.
Eligibility
Documents Required for Proprietorship Registration
- 1Passport-size photo of proprietor
- 2Aadhaar Card and PAN Card
- 3Proof of business address (electricity bill, rent agreement, NOC from owner)
- 4Business registration proof (GST certificate, Shop & Establishment registration, etc.)
- 1Partnership Deed or LLP Agreemen
- 2PAN Card of firm and partners
- 3Address proof of business premises
- 4NOC from landlord / rent agreement
- 5Aadhaar and PAN of all partners
- 1Certificate of Incorporation
- 2Memorandum & Articles of Association (MOA & AOA)
- 3Company PAN Card
- 4Director KYC (Aadhaar, PAN)
- 5Registered office proof (electricity bill, rent agreement, or NOC from owner)
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Validity
Penalty for Non-Compliance
Failure to obtain or renew a Trade License can lead to:
FAQs
Is Trade License registration mandatory for all businesses?
Yes, any business operating within a municipal or local authority’s jurisdiction must obtain a Trade License before starting operations.
Can I apply for a Trade License online?
How long does it take to get a Trade License?
What happens if my business changes location or activity?
Who issues the Trade License?
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If you have any questions or need assistance with proprietorship registration, feel free to contact us.
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