Government Licensing, Approvals & Trade Registrations
Navigate complex central and state licensing requirements with total legal certainty. Lawful Journey secures mandatory statutory authorizations, trade licenses, export permits, and government tender enlistments with senior-led regulatory compliance support.
Statutory Licensing & Trade Approvals Practice Directory
Filter by trade domain, export council, healthcare authority, or tender class. Eliminate procedural delays, protect business continuity, and secure authentic statutory operating licenses.
GST Registration (New GSTIN)
Central and state GST registration across all 28 states & 8 UTs for private limited companies, LLPs, proprietorships, e-commerce sellers, and voluntary registrations.
Cancellation & Surrender of GST
Voluntary surrender and legal closure of inactive GST registrations under Section 29 of CGST Act. Accurate stock ITC reversal computation, Form GST REG-16, and Final Return GSTR-10.
PF (EPFO) Establishment Registration
Statutory Employees Provident Fund establishment code registration for corporate employers. Shram Suvidha portal filing, digital signature registration, and wage threshold compliance.
ESIC Employer Registration
Mandatory Employees State Insurance 17-digit employer code registration. Secures comprehensive social security, medical care, and sickness benefits for employees earning under ₹21,000/month.
Import Export Code (IEC) Registration
10-digit PAN-based DGFT license mandatory for all cross-border commercial exports and imports. Instant online issuance, ICEGATE customs registration, AD Code linkup, and annual renewal compliance.
APEDA Registration (RCMC)
Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) from Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority. Mandatory for exporting basmati rice, cereals, fruits, meat, and processed foods.
Spices Board CRES Registration
Mandatory Certificate of Registration as an Exporter of Spices (CRES) from Spices Board India under the Spices Board Act 1986. Covers cardamom, pepper, ginger, turmeric, and spice extracts.
MTO Registration (Multimodal Logistics)
Multimodal Transport Operator registration under the Multimodal Transportation of Goods Act 1993. Authorizes freight forwarders and logistics firms to issue single multimodal bills of lading worldwide.
RPSL Maritime Manning License
Recruitment and Placement Services License (RPSL) issued by the Directorate General of Shipping under Merchant Shipping Rules and Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006) for international seafarer crewing.
IATA Travel & Cargo Accreditation
Global agency accreditation from the International Air Transport Association for passenger ticketing (Billing and Settlement Plan - BSP) and cargo forwarders (CASS) with global airline inventory access.
Overseas Recruitment Agent License (MEA)
Protector of Emigrants (POE) / Ministry of External Affairs registration for manpower agencies recruiting Indian workers for overseas employment. Bank guarantee verification, office infrastructure audit, and eMigrate clearance.
Foreign Employer eMigrate Registration
Accreditation for international corporations, gulf construction firms, and overseas healthcare providers recruiting Indian talent. Indian Embassy attestation, Demand Letter validation, and eMigrate approval.
FSSAI Food License (Basic / State / Central)
Statutory food safety licenses under the Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 for food manufacturers, cloud kitchens, D2C brands, warehouses, restaurants, and food importers across India.
Retail & Wholesale Drug License
Form 20, 21, 20B, and 21B statutory pharmacy licenses issued by the State Drugs Control Organization for retail medical stores, pharmaceutical distributors, C&F agents, and medicine wholesalers.
Cosmetic Manufacturing & Import License
Statutory licenses under the Cosmetics Rules 2020 for cosmetic manufacturing (Form COS-8), loan licensing (Form COS-9), and overseas cosmetics import registration (Form COS-2) through the CDSCO SUGAM portal.
CDSCO Medical Device License (MD-5 / 9 / 14)
Comprehensive regulatory licensing for Class A, B, C, and D medical devices and in-vitro diagnostics. Manufacturing licenses (MD-5, MD-9), import licenses (MD-14, MD-15), Device Master Files (DMF), and Plant Master Files (PMF).
Startup India DPIIT Recognition & Tax Holidays
Government of India recognition unlocking 100% 3-year income tax holiday under Section 80-IAC, complete Angel Tax exemption under Section 56(2)(viib), 80% patent fee rebates, and GeM tender exemptions.
PWD Contractor Registration (Class I to V)
Official contractor enlistment across Class I (unlimited tender bidding) to Class V for civil, electrical, road, bridge, and building infrastructure tenders across State Public Works and CPWD.
NSIC Single Point Registration (SPRS)
National Small Industries Corporation registration enabling micro and small enterprises to participate in central and state government tenders with free tender forms, EMD fee waivers, and purchase preferences.
NSIC Registration Renewal & Assessment
Timely renewal of NSIC SPRS certificates before expiry. Updated factory capacity assessment, plant machinery re-verification, audited turnover updation, and continuous tender bidding eligibility.
12A & 80G Tax Exemption for NGOs & Trusts
Section 12A and 80G registrations under the Income Tax Act 1961 for registered trusts, societies, and Section 8 non-profit companies. Provides 100% tax exemption on charitable income and 50% tax deduction for donors.
Why High-Growth Enterprises Trust Lawful Journey For Statutory Licensing
Navigating central ministries, state directorates, and statutory enforcement bodies demands precise procedural mastery, ironclad legal dossiers, and seasoned departmental liaison.
Senior CS & Advocate Counsel
Every license petition is audited and structured directly by qualified Company Secretaries and High Court Advocates with extensive departmental bench experience.
Zero-Defect Pre-Filing Audit
Rigorous pre-submission validation of premises titles, layout drawings, machinery proofs, pharmacist credentials, and board resolutions eliminates avoidable deficiency notices.
Direct Statutory Liaison
Accelerated digital processing across DGFT, CDSCO SUGAM, DGS, FoSCoS, and State PWD portals with rapid clarification responses and proactive follow-ups.
Enterprise Confidentiality
Stringent data protection safeguards and institutional NDA governance protect your proprietary manufacturing formulas, commercial contracts, and trade blueprints.
All-Inclusive Fixed Pricing
Itemized engagement contracts clearly distinguish official government treasury fees from legal advisory retainers with zero hidden out-of-pocket surcharges.
Post-Grant Compliance Governance
Proactive tracking of annual license renewals, mandatory return deadlines, statutory registers, and regulatory amendments ensures uninterrupted commercial operations.
From Eligibility Scoping to Departmental License Grant
A structured, transparent 5-phase execution workflow designed to minimize official queries and deliver your operating authority on schedule.
Regulatory Scoping & Eligibility Audit
Assessing business activity, statutory applicability thresholds, state vs. central jurisdiction, and premises title eligibility.
Statutory Roadmap & ChecklistDossier Compilation & Board Attestation
Drafting board resolutions, affidavits, technical qualification letters, site blueprints, and bank guarantee documentation.
Verified Statutory BundleDigital Portal Submission & Fee Deposit
Filing electronic applications on DGFT, CDSCO, DGS, FoSCoS, or State portals with official treasury challan payment.
Government AcknowledgementDepartmental Scrutiny & Query Defense
Monitoring application workflow, attending officer clarifications, filing rejoinders, and coordinating premises inspection.
Officer Clarification ClearedCertificate Grant & Compliance Dossier
Final issuance of authenticated statutory license certificate, portal activation, and delivery of permanent compliance binder.
Official Operating LicenseFrequently Asked Licensing Questions
Clear, direct answers regarding government timelines, documentation requirements, state jurisdictions, and ongoing compliance.
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