Andaman & Nicobar Islands Shop & Establishment Registration — Fee, Validity & Documents
Shops and establishments in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands register under the A&N Islands Shops and Establishments Regulation, 2004 (with the Rules, 2005), amended in 2025. After the amendment, registration is mandatory for establishments employing 20 or more workers. Use the checker below to see your requirement, validity, documents and the process.
This is general guidance for Andaman & Nicobar Islands, not legal advice. Confirm the current fee, forms and validity on the official portal before applying.
Andaman & Nicobar Shop & Establishment registration in brief
The A&N Islands Shops and Establishments Regulation, 2004 (with the Rules, 2005) regulates working hours, holidays, leave and conditions of service. A 2025 amendment eased compliance sharply: registration is now mandatory only for establishments employing 20 or more workers, and the periodic renewal requirement was removed. The certificate is routinely required by banks to open a current account and to support GST and trade registrations, and registration is done online through the labour portal.
Fee, timeline and renewal
Apply within the prescribed period of commencing work. The fee is paid online through the labour portal and computed there. After the 2025 amendment, the certificate remains valid for the operational life of the business, with no periodic renewal, unless there is a substantial change.
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Andaman & Nicobar Islands Shop & Establishment registration – Frequently Asked Questions
Which law applies in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands?
The A&N Islands Shops and Establishments Regulation, 2004 and Rules, 2005, amended in 2025.
Who must register in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands?
After the 2025 amendment, registration is mandatory for establishments employing 20 or more workers; smaller units are relaxed. Confirm your position on the portal.
Is there a renewal requirement in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands?
No. After the 2025 amendment the periodic renewal requirement was removed – the certificate remains valid for the operational life of the business unless there is a substantial change.
What is the registration fee in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands?
The fee is paid online through the labour portal and computed there. Always confirm the exact amount before paying.
Do the Andaman & Nicobar Islands levy professional tax?
No, the Andaman & Nicobar Islands do not levy professional tax.