Licences & Business Activities
The licence should describe what the company actually does. Choosing activities correctly helps with approvals, banking, premises and future growth.
Main categories
Common groups include commercial and trading activities, professional and consultancy services, e-commerce and digital activities, industrial and manufacturing operations, and sector-specific activities that may need external approval.
Activity selection
A vague or convenient activity can create problems later if invoices, bank transactions, contracts or regulatory requirements do not match the licensed scope.
Multiple activities
Whether multiple activities can sit under one licence depends on the authority, category and approval structure. Confirm the practical implications before adding unrelated activities.
Approvals
Food, health, education, financial, real estate, transport, tourism, industrial and other regulated activities can involve separate approvals or facility requirements.
Related guidance
See how licensing, visas, banking and compliance fit together.
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