trading license
[ˈtreɪdɪŋ ˈlaɪsəns]
nounpl: trading licenses
licença comercial
1. an official permit or authorization issued by a government authority that allows a person or business to engage in commercial activities or trade
The small business owner obtained a trading license before opening her shop downtown.
O proprietário do pequeno negócio obteve uma licença comercial antes de abrir sua loja no centro.
2. a legal document certifying that a business is authorized to operate in a specific jurisdiction and complies with local regulations
Without a valid trading license, the company cannot legally sell its products in that state.
Sem uma licença comercial válida, a empresa não pode vender legalmente seus produtos naquele estado.
In Brazil, obtaining a trading license (licença comercial) is a mandatory bureaucratic process that involves registering with municipal, state, and federal authorities. The process requires compliance with tax registration (CNPJ for companies), environmental regulations, and health standards depending on the business type. In the USA, requirements vary significantly by state and locality, with some states having minimal requirements while others have extensive regulations. The trading license is fundamental to legitimizing business operations in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to apply for a trading license
to renew a trading license
to revoke a trading license
to operate without a trading license
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