David Sherozia
CEO Laduchi Consult
Full support for obtaining all necessary licenses and permits to open a restaurant, café, or gastropub, including alcohol licenses, permits for terraces, music, and delivery.
Comprehensive support
We design the optimal strategy to obtain all required licenses and guide you through every step until municipal authorities approve them.
Minimized risk
Documents are reviewed and coordinated with municipal authorities before submission to reduce the likelihood of rejection or delays.
Transparent and fast process
We monitor all stages, inform you at each step, and optimize timelines so your restaurant can open on schedule.
Restaurant licensing in Spain includes several permits required for legal operation. These include business activity licenses, health and fire permits, alcohol licenses, permits for terraces and outdoor areas, authorizations for music, media broadcasts, and live performances. Delivery, take-away, signage, and outdoor advertising permits may also be required.
We carefully analyze municipal requirements for your establishment, verify compliance with all standards, and prepare the full document package. Pre-approval with authorities minimizes the risk of rejection and accelerates the issuance of all necessary permits, ensuring a safe and fast restaurant launch.
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Analyze the type of establishment, size, and location
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Identify required permits and licenses
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Verify compliance with legal standards
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Prepare the complete document package
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Coordinate documents with municipal authorities
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Submit the documents and monitor the review process
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Obtain licenses and confirm restaurant readiness for opening
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Analyze the type of establishment, size, and location
2
Identify required permits and licenses
3
Verify compliance with legal standards
4
Prepare the complete document package
5
Coordinate documents with municipal authorities
6
Submit the documents and monitor the review process
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Obtain licenses and confirm restaurant readiness for opening
1
Analyze the type of establishment, size, and location
2
Identify required permits and licenses
3
Verify compliance with legal standards
4
Prepare the complete document package
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Obtain licenses and confirm restaurant readiness for opening
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Submit the documents and monitor the review process
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Coordinate documents with municipal authorities

Submit your request, and our experts will review your documents, coordinate with municipal authorities, and guide you through the process until approval.
Submit a request
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What licenses are needed to open a restaurant in Spain?
A complete set of licenses is required: business activity license, health permits, fire safety permits, municipal and construction compliance, alcohol license (if selling alcoholic beverages), terrace or outdoor area permits, licenses for music, media, or live performances, and delivery/take-away permits.
Can licenses be obtained remotely?
Yes, document preparation and coordination can be managed online. Our experts oversee the process remotely.
How long does the licensing process take?
Depends on the region, type of restaurant, and number of permits. Typically, several weeks to 2–3 months. Pre-coordination speeds up review.
Is there a risk of rejection?
Yes, especially if documents are incomplete or the premises do not meet requirements. We minimize risk through prior analysis, full document preparation, and pre-approval with authorities.
Is this service available for foreigners?
Yes, available for residents and non-residents, including expats and foreign investors. Documentation is adapted to foreign applicants.
Is a separate alcohol license required?
Yes, alcohol sales require a separate permit. We determine the type based on venue format, beverage offerings, and region, and prepare documents for municipal approval.
What additional permits might be needed?
- Terraces and outdoor areas - Music and live performances - Delivery and take-away - Signage and outdoor advertising We check all requirements in advance to avoid delays and rejections.
What happens after obtaining the licenses?
You can legally open, receive customers, sell alcohol, and offer delivery. We also provide recommendations for compliance and license renewal timelines.
CEO Laduchi Consult
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CEO Laduchi Consult
Lawyer