Is it difficult to apply for an Accommodation Service Business License?

Article overview

Accommodation service business license is a mandatory condition for those who want to open hotels, homestays, or other accommodation establishments. Owning this license not only helps you operate legally, but also ensures the rights of both customers and business owners. In the article below, we will provide specific information about the conditions and procedures for applying for an accommodation service business license.

How to apply for an accommodation service business license?
How to apply for an accommodation service business license?

Types of accommodation businesses today

Pursuant to Clause 12, Article 3 of the Law on Tourism 2017, tourist accommodation establishments are places that provide services to serve the accommodation needs of tourists. Starting from the above concept and practice, there are now many types of accommodation businesses specified in Article 48 of this Law:

  • Hotel
  • Tourist villa
  • Tourist apartment
  • Cruise ship for tourist accommodation
  • Tourist motel
  • The house has rooms for rent to tourists
  • Tourist camping site
  • Other tourist accommodation establishments.

Conditions for being granted an accommodation service business license

Pursuant to the Law on Tourism 2017, to be granted an accommodation service business license, the following conditions must be met:

  1. Have business registration according to the provisions of law;
  2. Meet the conditions of security, order, safety of fire prevention and fighting, environmental protection, and food safety according to the provisions of law;
  3. Meet minimum conditions for technical facilities and services to serve tourists.

In addition, different types need to meet specific conditions:

  • Hotel: Tourist accommodation establishment that ensures quality facilities, equipment and necessary services to serve tourists; including: Resort hotels, roadside hotels, floating hotels and city hotels.
  • Tourist villa: The villa has equipment and amenities for tourists to rent and can serve themselves during their stay.
  • Tourist apartment: The apartment has necessary equipment and services to serve tourists. Guests can self-cater during their stay.
  • Tourist accommodation ship: A water transport vehicle with bedrooms to serve the accommodation needs of tourists.
  • Tourist motel: Accommodation facility with necessary equipment and amenities to serve tourists.
  • Houses with rooms for rent to tourists: Houses with areas equipped with equipment and amenities for tourists to rent; Guests live with the host family.
  • Tourist camping ground: An area planned in a place with beautiful natural landscapes, infrastructure, and necessary facilities and services to serve camping guests.
Conditions for granting an accommodation service business license
Conditions for granting an accommodation service business license

Procedures for applying for an accommodation service business license

Profile components

The application for an accommodation service business license includes:

  • Valid copy of Business Registration Certificate;
  • CV of the head of the establishment according to the law or personnel declaration;
  • List of people working in the establishment or business sector of the establishment;
  • Minutes of inspection by the competent Fire Prevention and Fighting Police agency confirming eligibility for fire prevention and fighting;
  • Diagram of accommodation business establishments and motel rooms.

Implementation process

Step 1: Submit registration application

  • Submit the registration application and supporting documents to the tourism management agency or competent authority.
  • Pay the application processing fee according to regulations.

Step 2: Conduct testing and confirmation

  • Authorities will conduct an inspection of the current status of the accommodation facility, including checking security, safety and fire prevention.
  • If the accommodation facility meets all requirements, the authorities will confirm and make a decision on granting a business license.

Step 3: Get a business license

After reaching the decision to grant a business license, the accommodation establishment owner will receive a license and can begin operating the accommodation service business.

Steps to apply for an accommodation service business license
Steps to apply for an accommodation service business license

Does accommodation service business need to apply for a security and order license?

Accommodation service businesses need to apply for a Certificate of satisfaction of security and order conditions as prescribed in Article 25 of Decree 96/2016/ND-CP. This is a mandatory requirement for accommodation service establishments, and must be notified to the police within 5 days of starting operations.

Consulting services for applying for an accommodation service business license in Long Phan

Is it difficult to get an accommodation service business license? The answer is no if you have the right and professional support from a team of experienced consultants. At Long Phan, we provide comprehensive consulting and support services, helping you complete procedures related to accommodation service business licenses. The services we provide include:

  • Consulting on conditions to be granted an accommodation service business license;
  • Consulting and guidance on documents and procedures for applying for an accommodation service business license;
  • Consulting on the process of applying for a fire prevention and fighting license; Certificate of satisfaction of security and order conditions;
  • Representing customers to carry out procedures related to accommodation service business quickly and effectively;
  • Consulting and answering problems during implementation.

Long Phan will accompany you from the first steps in applying for an accommodation service business license until completing the procedures. We always ensure this process is quick, accurate and cost-effective. Please contact us immediately via the hotline 0906735386 for detailed advice and timely support. So that you can feel secure in developing your business without worrying about complicated procedures!