What is required at least 30 days before opening a branch office?

• A. Notify licensing and provide information
• B. Publish notice in local newspaper
• C. Obtain mayoral approval
• D. Register with state authorities

Answer: (A)

Opening a branch office requires informing the licensing agency at least 30 days before it opens and supplying the requested information about the new location. This pre-opening notice allows the agency to review the site, verify it meets applicable standards, and update licensure to cover the expanded operation. The other options don’t align with the licensing process for branch expansion: local newspaper notices, mayoral approval, or mere registration with state authorities don’t fulfill the required pre-opening notification and information submission to the licensing body.