Commercial and Industrial Licensing
Licences and permits to operate commercial and industrial activities in Portugal, and regularisation of existing operations.
Provided by VPA — Venture Partners Advogados, a law firm registered with the Portuguese Bar Association, with offices in Lisbon and Rio de Janeiro.
Overview
VPA helps companies and entrepreneurs obtain and maintain the licences and permits required to run commercial and industrial activities in Portugal. We assist with prior-communication and licensing regimes, operating permits for retail, restaurants and beverage venues, industrial licensing (Sistema de Indústria Responsável, SIR) and the related environmental and safety requirements, and dealings with municipalities and regulators. We also support the regularisation of existing operations and responses to inspections and administrative offences.
Common processes
- Prior communication and establishment licensing
- Industrial licensing (SIR)
- Environmental and safety requirements
- Retail, restaurants and beverages
- Dealings with municipalities and regulators
- Regularisation and response to inspections
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a licence to open a shop or restaurant in Portugal?
It depends on the activity and location. Many establishments operate under a prior communication to the municipality, while others require a specific licence. We assess your case and handle the process.
What is required for an industrial activity?
Industrial activities follow their own licensing framework, with environmental, safety and, in some cases, location requirements. We identify what applies and manage the licensing.
Can you help regularise an activity already running?
Yes. We support the regularisation of establishments and industrial units already in operation and the response to inspections and administrative proceedings.
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Contact
For advice on this service, contact VPA — Venture Partners Advogados, Lisbon.