Not every business needs a general business licence, but regulated activities may only begin once the applicable requirements have been met. The assessment starts with a precise description of the products, services, customer groups, business locations and the company’s role in the supply or service chain. This determines the competent authority and any applicable licences, permits, registrations, professional qualifications and ongoing requirements. Additional approvals or professional qualifications may be required, particularly in food, healthcare, transport, construction and financial services. The same product may also be subject to different rules depending on whether it is stored, manufactured, imported, sold or brokered. An economic activity must be entered in the Economic Activity Registry when this is required for the specific business or when voluntary registration serves a particular purpose. The activity code, description and actual business location must correspond to the activity carried out. Entry in the activity registry does not replace a separate licence or permit. An application for an approval should include the application form, company details, location and professional credentials, as well as any other documents required by the competent authority. Fees, processing times, possible on-site inspections and the date on which the activity may lawfully begin should be included in operational planning. An approval that has been applied for but not yet granted does not automatically authorize the business to operate. Once granted, the permitted scope, conditions, reporting obligations, expiry dates and renewal procedures should be tracked in a controlled register. Changes to the activity, location, ownership, management, staff or technical facilities may be subject to notification or approval requirements. Assigning internal responsibilities and maintaining a deadline calendar helps ensure that requirements, inspections and renewals are handled on time.
Licences, Permits and Industry-Specific Obligations for Businesses in Georgia
Business registration in Georgia does not automatically authorize every business activity. Whether a licence, permit, professional qualification or entry in the Economic Activity Registry is required depends on the services actually offered and how the business operates.
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