Start a Business in Acapulco

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

6 permits1-3 weeks💰 $400-$3,000 MXN

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Overview

Starting a business in Acapulco requires a Licencia de Funcionamiento through the Dirección de Desarrollo Económico. Base fee: $400-$3,000 MXN. Guerrero is a tourism-dependent state. Acapulco is the main economic driver. Tourism permits essential for hospitality businesses.

Required Permits

Federal: RFC (tax ID from SAT, free)
Federal: IMSS registration (if hiring employees)
Municipal: Licencia de Uso de Suelo (zoning/land use)
Municipal: Licencia de Funcionamiento (operating licence)
Municipal: Visto Bueno de Protección Civil (fire/safety clearance)
Municipal: Dictamen de Impacto Ambiental (if applicable)

Step-by-Step Process

1

Federal: RFC (tax ID from SAT, free)

2

Federal: IMSS registration (if hiring employees)

3

Municipal: Licencia de Uso de Suelo (zoning/land use)

4

Municipal: Licencia de Funcionamiento (operating licence)

5

Municipal: Visto Bueno de Protección Civil (fire/safety clearance)

6

Municipal: Dictamen de Impacto Ambiental (if applicable)

Costs

Estimated total: $400-$3,000 MXN depending on permits and inspections.

Contact

Dirección de Desarrollo Económico

Phone: 744 483 3600

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Common Mistakes

Tourism-dependent economy — permits vary by tourist zone
Hurricane season impacts construction and renovation timelines
Zona Dorada and Diamante have premium licensing requirements
Nightlife and entertainment permits have separate application process
Beach concession permits required for shoreline businesses

Choose Your Business Type

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

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