Self-employment and business

Checking business permits

Separate the business licence from additional permits.

3 minutes to read Last checked: 20.10.2026
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Important to know

Tachles Israel is an independent information service, not a government authority. Check binding conditions, eligibility and deadlines with the official source.

Before you start

Check the activity, premises and local authority before starting.

Who is this guide for?

Businesses opening or expanding.

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Conditions and exceptions

Tel Aviv–Yafo is a local example; check your own authority.

Step by step

The checklist

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01

List activities

Record hours, signs, outdoor seating, construction and food activities.
What should you prepare?

Activity plan.

Please note

Each may involve a different authority.

02

Check basic licensing

Identify the licensing category and approving bodies through the official service and municipality.
What should you prepare?

Business and property details.

Please note

Exemption from one licence is not blanket permission.

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04

Apply to the responsible body

Check each permit’s documents, fee and conditions; retain separate references where needed.
What should you prepare?

Application and annexes.

Please note

Applying may not authorise opening.

Official sources

These links let you check with the responsible authority. The website's verification date does not guarantee that every detail has remained up to date since then.

Frequently asked questions

Does a business licence cover street tables?

Not necessarily. Check the separate permit and authorised use.

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