Governmental Matters

Applications, permits and dealings with government

A business opening, building project or relocation may depend on several separate permissions. ZL Attorneys helps clients identify the relevant authority, organize an application and address the legal issues that arise during the process.

Our work connects government requirements with corporate arrangements, contracts, employment and property matters. The authority makes its own decision; professional assistance does not guarantee approval or a particular timetable.

Matters we assist with

• Business permits and other permissions relevant to the proposed activity.
• Property development, construction and land-use questions.
• Residency and work-permit matters.
• Government contracts and regulatory correspondence.
• Insurance, financial-services and other regulated-business questions.
• Curaçao online gaming licensing.

We confirm the scope and any specialist input needed for the particular application. Requirements differ by activity and jurisdiction.

Preparing an application

Identify the applicant, the proposed activity and location, existing registrations or permits and the intended start date. Gather the authority's checklist, application reference and any request for further information. Consistency between corporate records, leases, business plans and submitted forms can help avoid avoidable questions.

We assess the legal requirements, organize submissions within the agreed scope and help address requests or conditions raised by the authority. Keep records of what was submitted and when.

If there is a refusal or delay

Have the decision and its delivery details checked promptly. Discussions about a revised application and a formal challenge are different steps. Our administrative law page explains Curaçao's LAR procedure, deadlines and possible interim relief, with links to the legislation and court information.

Discuss your project

Contact ZL Attorneys with the proposed activity, location, authority involved and any approaching deadline. For a new business, also see company formation.