Start a Business in St Johns

Permits, costs, timeline, and step-by-step requirements.

βœ” 6 permits⏱ 2-4 weeksπŸ’° $50–$300

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Overview

Starting a business in St Johns requires a Business Licence through the Permits and Inspections. Base fee: $50–$300. Nuevo LeΓ³n has strong industrial/manufacturing sector. Monterrey metro is Mexico's third-largest economy. State incentives available for certain industries.

Required Permits

βœ“CRA Business Number (federal, free)
βœ“Provincial business registration (varies by province)
βœ“Municipal business licence
βœ“Zoning approval (if applicable)
βœ“Health inspection (food businesses)
βœ“Fire inspection (some cities)

Step-by-Step Process

1

CRA Business Number (federal, free)

2

Provincial business registration (varies by province)

3

Municipal business licence

4

Zoning approval (if applicable)

5

Health inspection (food businesses)

6

Fire inspection (some cities)

Costs

Estimated total: $50–$300 depending on permits and inspections.

Contact

Permits and Inspections

Phone: 709-576-8300

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Common Mistakes

⚠ Regional health authority for food permits
⚠ HST 15%
⚠ Easternmost city in North America
⚠ Offshore oil industry businesses
⚠ Not the same as Saint John NB

Choose Your Business Type

RestaurantFood TruckBarber ShopRetail StoreCoffee ShopBar / NightclubGym / Fitness StudioNail SalonCannabis DispensaryDog GroomingBakeryCleaning ServiceDaycare CenterAuto Repair Shop

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