Includes license requirements for key professional services that are open to U.S. service providers.
Last Published: 6/26/2017
Not all businesses are required to have licenses.  Firms that are service-oriented may or may not be subject to regulatory licensing, depending on the nature of their specialization.  A residence permit or a valid visa is required for foreigners wishing to establish professional services firms.
 

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