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Trade license in Visakhapatnam (trade licence)
The trade licence fee for every business type in Visakhapatnam, the documents and where to apply.
Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026
Issued by
Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation
Fee, retail shop
To confirm
per year; fee schedule not found on an official page
Apply at
gvmc.gov.in
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 Visakhapatnam it comes from the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation.
Issued by GVMC. We could not find its trade licence fee schedule on an official page.
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 | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Cloud Kitchen | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Bakery or Sweet Shop | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Home Food or Tiffin Business | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Catering Business | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Grocery or Kirana Store | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Retail Shop | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Pharmacy or Medical Store | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Online Selling Business | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Salon or Beauty Parlour | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Gym or Fitness Studio | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Clinic | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Coaching or Tuition Centre | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Office or Agency | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
| Import Export Business | Trade licence (Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation) | To confirmper year; fee schedule not found on an official pageTo confirm Source | Not confirmed |
Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.
Documents to keep ready
- Property tax receipt or rent agreement
- Owner ID and address proof
- FSSAI registration or licence (food trades)
- Fire NOC where applicable
Steps to apply
- Collect the documents listed here.
- Apply online at gvmc.gov.in.
- Pay the official fee: the fee for your business type from the table above.
- Wait for the result. Usual time: Not confirmed.
- Keep the certificate safe. Validity: Not confirmed.
Where to apply
Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation. Official portal: gvmc.gov.in.
Common questions
Do I need a trade licence in Visakhapatnam?
Yes, for most businesses. Issued by GVMC. We could not find its trade licence fee schedule on an official page. It is issued by the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation.
How much is a trade licence in Visakhapatnam?
For a retail shop the official fee is To confirm (per year; fee schedule not found on an official page). 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 Visakhapatnam?
On the official portal at gvmc.gov.in.
How long does a trade licence take in Visakhapatnam?
Not confirmed. Validity: Not confirmed.
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 Visakhapatnam
Each guide lists every licence the business needs in Visakhapatnam, 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