B1 — Intermediate💼 Work & Money
Avere le carte in regola
To have one's paperwork in order / to be fully qualified
Literal Translation
"To have the papers in order"
What it means
To have all the required credentials, licences, or qualifications for a business
Example in context
"Prima di aprire il ristorante, bisogna avere tutte le carte in regola."
"Before opening the restaurant, you need to have all your paperwork in order."
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