Before you start
You’ll apply on the Balady platform for the municipality where your premises sit. Have your CR, national address and activity list ready — the licence type depends on your location and business activity.
How to get a municipal licence from Balady
Get a municipal licence from Balady if you operate from premises. Keep the renewal date on your radar.
WHO NEEDS IT
Companies operating from premises
WHAT YOU GET
Municipal licence
USUALLY TAKES
Varies To confirm
OFFICIAL FEE
Shown before you apply
Step by step
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Sign in to Balady
Use your company account linked to your CR.
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Choose licence type and municipality
Match your activity to the correct Balady category.
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Enter premises and national address
The address must match your registered certificate.
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Upload required attachments
Lease, layout plans or safety certificates if requested.
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Pay and receive the licence
Note the expiry date for renewal.
Documents you’ll need
- Commercial registration (CR) certificate
- National address certificate for the premises
- Lease or ownership proof for the location
- Civil defence or safety approval, if required for your activity
How Motaded helps
- Tracks your municipal licence and its renewal date
- Reminds you before expiry so operations stay compliant
- Stores the licence in Documents alongside your address and CR
- Surfaces activity-specific licences after you finish the core route
You submit from your own Balady account.
Common reasons for a return
- Activity not permitted at the chosen premises
- National address mismatch with the physical location
- Missing safety or inspection approvals for regulated activities
Questions
If you don’t operate from physical premises, this step may not apply. Motaded adjusts your route accordingly.
Last checked: 21 October 2026 · Requirements can change — always check the Balady portal.