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Commercial licenses

Objection to Suspension of a Commercial License

An electronic service provided on the Balady platform that allows beneficiaries to file an objection for a suspended commercial license due to various reasons. Through this service, the beneficiary can submit an objection request to the municipality. Once approved, the beneficiary can resume utilizing Baladi's electronic services without needing to visit the municipality in person.
  • Electronic only
  • Not instant

Objection to License Expiry Due to Technical Issues

An electronic service offered on the Baladi platform for beneficiaries who wish to renew their commercial license but encounter a technical issue in the Baladi system that results in the expiration of the license. Through this service, the beneficiary can submit an objection request. Upon verification by the relevant team, the license renewal will be allowed without the imposition of penalty fees, and there will be no need for an in-person visit to the municipality.
  • Electronic only
  • Not instant

Objection to Cancellation Fees

An electronic service offered on the Baladi platform that allows beneficiaries to file an objection to the cancellation fee invoice issued with an automatic cancellation request or the cancellation request made by the beneficiary. The service enables the beneficiary to specify the disputed items, provide a reason for the objection, and attach relevant documents without needing to visit the municipality.
The objection request is sent to the Objection Review Committee, which has the following options: (Reject the request, Partially accept the request, Fully accept the request).
  • Electronic only
  • Not instant

Non-Food Mobile Cart Permit

A proactive electronic service available on the Balady platform allows business owners to expand their commercial activities by issuing permits for non-food carts linked to registered licenses of the establishment. These carts provide the establishment's services outside the store and in multiple locations. This service is also available for limited activities such as car washing services, without the need to visit the authority.
After canceling the commercial license, all permits associated with the license will be automatically revoked.
  • Electronic only
  • Not instant
  • There is a fee

Multiple License Renewal Service

An electronic service offered on the Baladi platform, designed to facilitate the process for users and ensure the sustainability of continued business operations. This service allows for the renewal of multiple licenses associated with an establishment's record in a single request, without the need to visit the relevant authority.
  • Electronic only
  • Not instant
  • There is a fee

Modifying a Commercial Activity License

This electronic service is available on the Balady platform, allowing users to modify their commercial license for various activities, including but not limited to business licenses, environmental licenses, industrial company licenses, medical company licenses, food company licenses, tourism company licenses, and professional institution licenses. The modifications may include: (Increasing the store area, Changing the commercial activity, Other adjustments), without requiring a visit to the relevant authority.
After completing the modification of the commercial license, any permits that no longer align with the updated activity will be automatically canceled.
  • Electronic only
  • Not instant
  • There is a fee

Issuing an Operational License for an Advertising or Promotional Sign

An electronic service provided on the Balady platform aims to simplify the process of issuing an operational license for a promotional or advertising sign electronically. This service is available to all types of beneficiaries (Owner/Manager or Authorized Representative of an Establishment) without the need to visit the relevant municipality.
  • Electronic only

Issuing A Sidewalk Occupancy Permit

This proactive e-service on the Balady platform allows businesses to expand their commercial activities by temporarily renting the sidewalk in front of their establishment. The permit is linked to the establishment's commercial license, eliminating the need to visit the relevant authority.
Upon cancellation of the commercial license, any related sidewalk occupancy permits will also be automatically canceled.
  • Electronic only
  • Not instant
  • There is a fee

Issuing a Fast-Track Commercial License

An electronic service provided in my platform through which you can start to practice business through the issuance of a commercial activity license, in addition to the safety permit issued by the General Directorate of Civil Defense for some commercial activities approved by the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, the fast track aims to provide a exceptional experience in the stage of issuing licenses through partnership with engineering offices designated and approved for commercial license services, without the need to visit the municipality.
  • Electronic only
  • Not instant
  • There is a fee

Issuing a Commercial License

An electronic service available on the Balady platform that allows users to commence commercial activities by issuing a Commercial License, along with a Safety Permit issued by the General Directorate of Civil Defense for all commercial activities approved by the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, without the need to visit the authority.
  • Electronic only
  • Not instant
  • There is a fee

Issue Home Delivery Permit

An electronic service that enables licensed commercial entities to submit an application for a home delivery permit in accordance with the applicable rules and requirements, aiming to:
- Regulate delivery operations and ensure compliance with health and security standards
- Enhance the quality of services provided to consumers and improve overall quality of life
- Protect public health and strengthen customer confidence
  • Electronic only

Filing an Objection to a License Not Belonging to the Beneficiary

An electronic service provided on the Baladi platform, where beneficiaries may find licenses listed under their "My Licenses" page that do not actually belong to them. Through this service, an objection can be submitted to review and correct the license details if they are not associated with the beneficiary, without the need for in-person visits to the relevant authority.
  • Electronic only
  • Not instant

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