{"id":62871,"date":"2025-07-24T14:21:23","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T14:21:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/emprendix.com\/?p=62871"},"modified":"2025-07-24T14:21:23","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T14:21:23","slug":"what-is-the-difference-between-an-activity-licence-and-an-opening-licence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/emprendix.com\/en\/what-is-the-difference-between-an-activity-licence-and-an-opening-licence\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the difference between an activity licence and an opening licence?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you’re thinking about starting a business, you’ve probably come across two concepts that often cause confusion: the activity licence<\/strong> and the opening licence<\/strong>. Although closely related, they are not exactly the same. In this article, from our gestor\u00eda in Palma de Mallorca<\/strong><\/a>, we explain the differences between them and why it’s so important to handle them properly.<\/p>\n

What is an activity licence?<\/h2>\n

The activity licence<\/strong> is the prior authorisation granted by the Town Hall that allows a premises to be adapted for a specific commercial use. Its purpose is to ensure that the space is suitable from an urban, environmental, and safety perspective for the intended business activity.<\/p>\n

If you’re planning to apply for an activity licence in Palma de Mallorca<\/strong><\/a>, you should know that this permit is requested before carrying out any works or installations in the premises. In many cases, a technical project prepared by a qualified professional is required\u2014especially if the activity involves certain risks (such as a restaurant, clinic, or workshop).<\/p>\n

What is an opening licence?<\/h2>\n

Once all works or adaptations in the premises are completed, it’s necessary to apply for an opening licence in Palma de Mallorca<\/strong><\/a>. This permit confirms that everything complies with the approved activity licence and that the premises are ready to start operating.<\/p>\n

This licence usually requires the submission of several documents, such as the final works certificate, implemented safety measures, public liability insurance, and often a final inspection by the Town Hall.<\/p>\n

Some municipalities may refer to it as a licence of operation<\/strong>, but the purpose remains the same: to ensure that the premises are fit to open to the public.<\/p>\n

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Are they the same or different procedures?<\/h2>\n

In practice, the terms activity licence<\/strong> and opening licence<\/strong> are sometimes used interchangeably, especially in municipalities where both processes are combined into a single procedure. However, in other places, they are separate and sequential steps.<\/p>\n

The key difference is:<\/p>\n