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Trade license in Surat (trade licence)
The trade licence fee for every business type in Surat, the documents and where to apply.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
Issued by
Surat Municipal Corporation
Fee, retail shop
Varies
only for trades on the corporation's list
Apply at
SMC Shops & Establishment online registration
Fee for a retail shop To confirm Source
What it is and who needs it
A trade licence is permission from your city to run a trade or business at your premises. In Surat it comes from the Surat Municipal Corporation.
Registered under the Gujarat Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2019 and Rules, 2020, administered in city limits by SMC.
Depends on the city and trade. See the Metro Guide for each city's rules.
Official fee by business
The fee depends on the type of business. Some fees also depend on size or seats.
| Business | Licence | Official fee | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant or Café | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Cloud Kitchen | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Bakery or Sweet Shop | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Home Food or Tiffin Business | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Catering Business | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Grocery or Kirana Store | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Retail Shop | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Pharmacy or Medical Store | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Online Selling Business | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Salon or Beauty Parlour | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Gym or Fitness Studio | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Clinic | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Coaching or Tuition Centre | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Office or Agency | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
| Import Export Business | Municipal licence for specified trades (Surat Municipal Corporation) | Variesonly for trades on the corporation's listTo confirm Source | Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny |
Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.
Documents to keep ready
- Owner ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN)
- Property tax bill or rent agreement / owner NOC
- Photo of establishment
- Partnership deed / MOA-AOA / certificate of incorporation (if applicable)
- FSSAI registration/licence for food businesses
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply online at SMC Shops & Establishment online registration.
- Pay the official fee: the fee for your business type from the table above.
- Wait for the result. Usual time: Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny.
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Registration continues until change/closure (no annual renewal stated in the 2020 Rules); intimation receipt issued on filing.
Where to apply
Surat Municipal Corporation. Official portal: SMC Shops & Establishment online registration.
Common questions
Do I need a trade licence in Surat?
Yes, for most businesses. Registered under the Gujarat Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2019 and Rules, 2020, administered in city limits by SMC. It is issued by the Surat Municipal Corporation.
How much is a trade licence in Surat?
For a retail shop the official fee is Varies (only for trades on the corporation's list). We have not yet matched this to an official page, so please treat it as to confirm. Fees for other businesses are in the table above.
Where do I apply for a trade licence in Surat?
On the official portal at SMC Shops & Establishment online registration.
How long does a trade licence take in Surat?
Intimation within 60 days of starting business; registration issued online after scrutiny. Validity: Registration continues until change/closure (no annual renewal stated in the 2020 Rules); intimation receipt issued on filing.
Is Govt License a government website?
No. Govt License is an independent guide. We link to the official government portals where you apply and pay. Always confirm the fee on the portal before paying.
Business guides for Surat
Each guide lists every licence the business needs in Surat, including the trade licence.
Restaurant or Café Cloud Kitchen Bakery or Sweet Shop Home Food or Tiffin Business Catering Business Grocery or Kirana Store Retail Shop Pharmacy or Medical Store Online Selling Business Salon or Beauty Parlour Gym or Fitness Studio Clinic Coaching or Tuition Centre Office or Agency Import Export Business