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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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