Does opening a billiards shop require a business license?

Does opening a billiards shop require a business license? This is a common question of many investors in the field of entertainment services business.  According to current legal regulations, registering for a license not only helps your business activities become legal but also protects the rights of yourself and your customers. In the following article, Long Phan will analyze in detail the legal requirements when opening a billiards shop.

Is billiards business a conditional business?

Pursuant to the Law on Investment 2020, billiards business is not in the list of conditional business lines. This business activity belongs to the entertainment services industry group with industry code 9329. Opening a billiards shop still must meet business registration requirements.

According to Appendix IV of the Law on Investment 2020, the list of conditional business lines does not include billiards business. However, billiard shop owners must comply with:

• Regulations on security and order;
• Fire prevention and fighting standards;
• Conditions of business location;
• Environmental regulations;
• Regulations on operating hours.

Does opening a billiards shop require a business license?

Billiards business is a commercial activity in the field of entertainment and sports, and according to Vietnamese law, all business activities must comply with business registration procedures.

In addition, based on Clause 1, Article 3 of Decree 39/2007/ND-CP, commercial activities that do not require business registration are specifically identified. However, billiards business activities are not included in the exemptions from business registration.

Therefore, individuals or organizations that want to do billiards business must carry out registration procedures to establish business households according to the provisions of the Law on Enterprise 2020 and its guiding documents. This registration ensures that business activities are recognized by law, helps business owners fully fulfill tax obligations and ensures legal rights during operations.

Conditions for applying for a billiards business license

To be granted a billiards business license, customers need to meet the conditions of facilities, location and legal capacity. According to the provisions of Article 3 of Circular 04/2018, regulations on facilities, equipment and training of professional staff for Billiards & Snooker are as follows:

Facilities conditions:

• The area where the billiard table is located must have a protective cover and ensure a minimum distance from the outside edge of the table to the wall of 1.5m; At the same time, the distance between tables must not be less than 1.2m.
• The lighting on the billiard table and bench must reach a minimum level of 300 lux to ensure sufficient brightness for players.
• If the lighting system is designed for each individual table, the distance from the lowest point of the lamp to the table surface needs to be at least 1m.
• The facility needs to be equipped with first aid kits according to regulations of the Ministry of Health, changing areas, places to store personal belongings, and restrooms for players.
• The rules board must be clearly posted and include basic contents such as: hours of operation, subjects allowed to participate, subjects not allowed to participate, along with safety measures during the training process practice.

Equipment conditions:

1. Table area: The space where the billiard table is placed must be equipped with a roof, ensuring a minimum distance from the outside edge of the table to the wall of 1.5m. At the same time, the tables must be at least 1.2m apart to ensure convenience when players move.

2. Type of table needed: Facilities organizing practice and competitions for Billiards & Snooker need to own at least one of the following types of tables:

• Snooker table: The size of the table is 3,569m (ranging from 3,556m to 3,582m) in length and 1,778m (ranging from 1,765m to 1,791m) in width. The height from the floor to the edge of the table ranges from 85mm to 88mm.
• Pool table: Table size is 2.54m (ranging from 2.537m to 2.543m) in length and 1.27m (ranging from 1.267m to 1.273m) in width. The height from the floor to the table top ranges from 74mm to 79mm.
• Carom table: Includes large table and small table. The size of the large palm is 2.84m (ranging from 2.835m to 2.845m) in length and 1.42m (ranging from 1.415m to 1.425m) in width. The small table has a length of 2.54m (ranging from 2.535m to 2.545m) and a width of 1.27m (ranging from 1.265m to 1.275m). The height from the floor to the top of the bench ranges from 75mm to 80mm.

3. Table surface flatness: The table surface needs to be absolutely flat and covered with specialized fabric or felt suitable for each type of billiard table.

4. Balls and accessories: There must be balls suitable for each type of table, ensuring quality and compliance with usage standards.

5. Other support equipment: Need to be fully equipped with tools such as cues, bridges, hooks, cue racks and scoreboards to serve players during practice and competition.

Procedures for registering a billiards business license

The billiards business license registration process includes many steps and requires specific documents. The steps are as follows:

Step 1: Prepare documents

The business establishment owner must submit the following documents to the district business registration agency where the business household is headquartered. Profile includes:

• Application for household business registration/Application to establish an enterprise (depending on the type of business establishment);
• Legal documents of business owner/legal representative;
• Copy of the meeting minutes of household members on the establishment of a business household in case household members register a business household;
• Presentation of the draft charter of a billiards business company.
• The list provides complete information about members or shareholders contributing capital to establish a billiards business.
• Authorization document (if any).

Depending on the type and scale of the business establishment, the license applicant must submit valid documents and records according to the provisions of law.

Step 2: The business registration agency receives and processes documents

• The business registration agency shall issue the business household registration certificate to the business household within 03 working days from the date of receipt of valid documents.
• In case the dossier is invalid, the Business Registration Authority must notify the applicant or business household founder in writing.

Consulting services on business licenses when opening a billiards shop

Long Phan Consulting Company provides comprehensive consulting services on procedures for opening a billiards shop. A team of experts with a deep understanding of billiards industry regulations and administrative procedures will accompany you. We are committed to providing the optimal solution with the fastest time and most reasonable cost. Our services include:

• Consulting on choosing the right type of business for business purposes;
• Instructions on the necessary steps and procedures to register for a billiards bar business license;
• Provide information on additional permits that may be needed, such as fire protection permits, etc;
• Assist customers in drafting necessary records and documents for billiards business activities;
• Representing customers to submit documents to competent agencies;
• Support processing when there is a request to change or supplement documents;
• Consulting to resolve when a dispute occurs.

Frequently asked questions about opening a billiards shop

Below are some frequently asked questions about opening a billiards shop, please refer to them.

What are the legal constraints regarding noise levels generated by a billiards establishment?

Billiards shops must comply with local noise ordinances, which may specify decibel limits and operating hours to minimize disturbance to surrounding areas.

What regulations govern the sale of food and beverages within a billiards venue?

Selling food and beverages requires adherence to food safety standards and potentially additional permits, such as a food hygiene and safety certificate.

What insurance coverage is legally mandated for a billiards shop?

Businesses are typically required to have liability insurance to cover potential accidents and injuries on the premises, as well as property insurance.

What labor regulations pertain to employing staff in a billiards business?

Employers must comply with labor laws regarding minimum wage, working hours, social insurance contributions, and employee contracts.

What procedures are involved in handling government inspections of a billiards facility?

Inspections may cover safety, hygiene, and compliance with business regulations. Businesses should maintain accurate records and ensure all requirements are met.

Opening a billiards shop requires the entity to fully comply with regulations on business registration and safety conditions. Consulting services on business licenses will help shop owners master regulations, thereby ensuring effective business operations. If you need detailed advice on procedures for opening a billiards shop, please contact the hotline 0906735386 to receive direct support from Long Phan’s team of experts.