Despite the ease of doing business in Georgia, certain sectors (healthcare, energy, construction, gambling, etc.) are subject to state licensing. A license is a special right granted by the state, without which starting activities is illegal and leads to criminal or administrative liability. The license acquisition process often represents a complex bureaucratic maze requiring the preparation of large volumes of documentation, meeting technical standards, and communicating with state agencies. Qualified legal assistance in this process reduces the risk of rejection and accelerates business launch.
What does the License Applications service cover?
Specialists on Legal.ge offer full legal support at all stages of obtaining a license:
- Preliminary Audit: Assessing your business model and resources for compliance with licensing conditions (material-technical base, personnel, safety).
- Documentation Preparation: Filling out applications, legal drafting of charters, instructions, plans, and other mandatory documents.
- Representation: Interacting with license-issuing administrative bodies (ministries, regulatory commissions) and promptly fulfilling additional requirements.
- On-site Inspection Support: Lawyer's presence during facility inspections to protect your rights.
- Appeals: Preparing an administrative complaint or lawsuit in case of refusal to issue a license.
Activities requiring a license
Our lawyers will help you obtain licenses for the following types:
- Medical activities: Clinics, laboratories, pharmacies (pharmaceutical activities).
- Energy and Natural Resources: Oil and gas extraction/processing, electricity generation/distribution, use of mineral resources.
- Financial Sector: Microfinance organizations, currency exchange booths, asset management companies.
- Gambling: Casinos, betting shops, online casinos.
- Security: Private security activities, arms trade.
Georgian Legislation and Regulations
The licensing field is regulated by the Law of Georgia "On Licenses and Permits", as well as sectoral laws (e.g., "On Medicines and Pharmaceutical Activities", "On Electricity and Natural Gas"). The law establishes the "one-stop-shop principle," meaning the state is obliged to seek necessary information from other agencies itself, although in practice, the applicant often still has to provide evidence.
It is important to know that operating without a license is a punishable offense under Article 192 of the Criminal Code of Georgia (Illegal Entrepreneurial Activity).
Service Delivery Process
- Consultation: Precise identification of license type and requirements.
- Collection: Gathering the document package (certificates, drawings, contracts).
- Submission: Filing the application with the relevant agency.
- Monitoring: Controlling the proceedings and correcting deficiencies in time.
- Receipt: Handing over the license certificate to the client.
Why choose a specialist on Legal.ge?
Obtaining a license requires specific knowledge and experience in a particular industry. Legal.ge allows you to find lawyers specializing in your specific field (e.g., healthcare law or energy). With our help, you will avoid bureaucratic barriers, save time, and ensure a legal business start.
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