An FSSAI Registration or License is a mandatory approval issued by Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. It is required for businesses involved in manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution, transportation or sale of food products.
Based on the size and type of the business, food business operators must obtain an FSSAI Basic Registration, State License or Central License via FoSCoS portal. Connect with our FSSAI consultants to get your FSSAI Registration or License without any hassle.
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The Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 makes it mandatory for all Food Business Operators in India to obtain an FSSAI License or Registration. This license is essentially a permit that allows food businesses to operate legally in the country. Whether you run a food business that manufactures, stores, transports or distributes food, an FSSAI License is required.
This license contains a 14-digit FSSAI License Number that must be displayed on food labels and at the food business premises as required under FSSAI regulations. Want to obtain FSSAI Registration or License as smoothly and quickly as possible? Registrationwala’s FSSAI consultants are here to assist you!
The food business license issued by FSSAI must be obtained all the FBOs in India, including the following:
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S. No. |
Food Business Category |
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1. |
Hotels, restaurants and bars. |
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2. |
Canteens and cafeterias. |
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3. |
Caterers and food vending agencies. |
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4. |
Dhabas, PG accommodations providing food and banquet halls serving food. |
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5. |
Home-based canteens and food stalls at fairs or religious institutions. |
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6. |
Importers and exporters of food items and food ingredients. |
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7. |
Vegetable oil processing units. |
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8. |
Businesses dealing in proprietary food and novel food. |
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9. |
Cold and refrigerated storage facilities. |
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10. |
E-commerce food suppliers, cloud kitchens and online food operators. |
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11. |
Petty retailers, retail shops and snack shops. |
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12. |
Confectionery and bakery shops. |
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13. |
Temporary or fixed food stalls and food premises involved in the preparation, storage, distribution and sale of food products. |
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14. |
Abattoirs and meat shops. |
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15. |
Transporters of food products using specialized vehicles such as insulated/refrigerated vans, wagons, milk tankers, food wagons and food trucks. |
Securing online registration as a food business operator with FSSAI is crucial. The registration offers the following benefits to food businesses in India:
Since the FSSAI food license is mandatory for food businesses, obtaining it ensures compliance with the food safety requirements set by the government.
It improves a food business’ credibility and helps it attract potential customers and collaborations for business expansion.
It validates and showcases adherence to food quality and safety standards as well as guidelines and helps to boost consumer confidence.
It mandates that companies accurately label their food goods with components, nutritional data, and expiration dates.
It assists companies in avoiding fines and penalties linked with failure to comply with food safety regulations and norms.
The FSSAI license now offers perpetual validity. This means that this license remains valid indefinitely, provided the FBO pays annual fee and continues to comply with FSSAI regulations. Unlike the earlier system, there is now no need to renew FSSAI license every few years.
There is no one-size-fits-all license issued by FSSAI. Based on the scale and nature of the business, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issues three different types of food business licenses in India: the FSSAI Basic License, FSSAI State License and FSSAI Central License. The table below explains each of them.
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Feature / Criteria |
FSSAI Basic Registration |
FSSAI State License |
FSSAI Central License |
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Definition |
FSSAI Basic Registration, also known as FSSAI Basic License, is the entry-level FSSAI approval. |
An FSSAI State License is meant for medium-sized food businesses that operate in a single state and have annual turnover above Rs. 1.5 cr. and up to Rs. 50 cr. |
An FSSAI Central License is meant for large food businesses that have an annual turnover exceeding Rs. 50 crore. |
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Annual Turnover |
Up to Rs. 1.5 crore |
More than Rs. 1.5 crore and up to Rs. 50 crore |
More than Rs. 50 crore |
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Operational Scale |
Small food businesses, petty food vendors, startups and cloud kitchens |
Medium-sized food businesses usually operating within a single state |
Large food businesses, importers, exporters and businesses that operate across multiple states rather than a single state |
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Who Should Apply for FSSAI Registration / License? |
FBOs with annual turnover of up to Rs. 1.5 crore must apply for the FSSAI basic license. |
FBOs with annual turnover of more than Rs. 1.5 crore but up to Rs. 50 crore for the FSSAI state license. |
FBOs with an annual turnover of more than Rs. 50 crore. |
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FSSAI Application Form |
Form A |
Form B |
Form B |
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Application Portal |
FoSCoS Portal |
FoSCoS Portal |
FoSCoS Portal |
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Annual Government Fee |
FSSAI Basic Registration fee charged by government is Rs. 100 per year |
FSSAI State License fee tends to fluctuate. It is between Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 5,000 per year, depending on the type of food business |
FSSAI Central License Fee is the highest, i.e., Rs. 7,500 per year |
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FSSAI License Validity |
Perpetual validity unless suspended, cancelled or surrendered, subject to payment of FSSAI annual fee and compliance with FSSAI regulations |
Perpetual validity unless suspended, cancelled or surrendered, subject to payment of annual fee and compliance with FSSAI regulations |
Perpetual validity unless suspended, cancelled or surrendered, subject to payment of annual fee as well as compliance with FSSAI regulations |
To know more about FSSAI license details for your food business, connect with Registrationwala.
Based on the type of FSSAI license you want to obtain, the documents which must be filed with the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India during the FSSAI application process differ.
For FSSAI Basic Registration, the following documents are required:
Form A application.
Passport-size photograph.
Government-issued photo ID proof.
Business address proof (where applicable).
Details of food business activity.
Any other documents requested by FSSAI.
For State FSSAI License, the following documents are required:
Form B application.
Blueprint/layout plan of the processing unit with dimensions and area allocation (mandatory for manufacturing/processing units).
List of directors/partners/proprietor/executive members with address and contact details (where applicable).
Details of equipment and machinery with number, installed capacity and horsepower (mandatory for manufacturing/processing units).
Government-issued photo ID and address proof of proprietor/partner/director/authorised signatory.
Food category details (for manufacturers).
Proof of possession of premises (sale deed, rent agreement, electricity bill, etc.).
Partnership deed, proprietorship affidavit or MoA/AoA (where applicable).
Cooperative certificate under Coop Act 1861/Multi-State Coop Act 2002 (for cooperatives).
NOC and license from manufacturer (mandatory for relabellers and repackers).
Food Safety Management System (FSMS) plan or certificate (if applicable).
Other Documents asked by FSSAI
For Central FSSAI License, the following documents are required:
Form B application.
Blueprint/layout plan of processing unit with dimensions and area allocation (mandatory for manufacturing/processing units).
List of directors/partners/proprietor/executive members with full address and contact details (where applicable).
Equipment and machinery details with number, installed capacity and horsepower (mandatory for manufacturing/processing units).
Food category details (for manufacturers).
Proof of premises possession (sale deed, rent agreement, electricity bill, etc.) (optional).
Partnership deed, self-declaration for proprietorship or MoA/AoA (where applicable).
Cooperative certificate under Coop Act 1861/Multi-State Coop Act 2002 (where applicable).
NOC and manufacturer license (mandatory for relabellers and repackers).
Food Safety Management System (FSMS) plan/certificate (if any).
Ministry of Commerce Certificate for 100% EOU.
Turnover proof/supporting documentary proof.
IEC document issued by DGFT.
Form IX nomination with Board Resolution (for companies).
Other Documents asked by FSSAI
The FSSAI registration process can be completed from the comfort of your home. This is because the entire application process is available online through the FoSCoS portal. There is no need to stand in long queues to apply for an FSSAI registration or license issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.
Let’s take a look at all the steps involved in securing FSSAI online registration.
Depending on the nature and scale of the food business, the appropriate application form must be filed with FSSAI through the FoSCoS Portal. For obtaining FSSAI Basic Registration, Form A must be used for filing the application.
Whereas, for obtaining an FSSAI State License or Central License, Form B must be submitted to the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.
Depending on the nature and risk category of the food business, the food licensing authority may conduct an inspection of the premises before issuing the FSSAI License.
Once the required inspection, if applicable, gets completed and FSSAI verifies the submitted documents, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India will process and approve the application.
Once the Authority grants approval, it will issue the FSSAI Registration Certificate or License to the food business. The certificate contains a unique 14-digit FSSAI Registration or License number. This number must be displayed on food labels and at the food business premises as required under FSSAI regulations.
If you want to start a food business, getting FSSAI Registration or a License is an important legal step. Our FSSAI experts can help you complete the entire FSSAI application process with ease. We provide assistance with:
Preparing all the required documents
Filing your FSSAI application with accurate details
Tracking the status of your application
Completing the registration or licensing process on time
With our expert support, you can avoid common mistakes and improve your chances of getting your FSSAI Registration or License without unnecessary delays. Contact Registrationwala today for a smooth and simple FSSAI license application process.
Yes. The FSSAI logo and license number must be displayed on food packaging, where applicable under FSSAI labelling regulations.
Generally, FSSAI issues the food business operator license within 60 days of receiving a complete application. However, the actual processing time may vary depending on the type of license, document verification and inspections if required.
To apply for FSSAI online license, you need to visit the FoSCoS portal and file an application there.
The FSSAI license fee for restaurant depends on the annual turnover and the type of FSSAI license you want to obtain i.e., basic license, state license or central license. The FSSAI license fee for basic license is cheaper as compared to state license and central license.
To download food licence, you must visit the FoSCoS website and login using your credentials. Then, select the issued FSSAI license and click the download icon or link on the page. After that, choose the ‘Save’ option to download your FSSAI food licence.
The FSSAI license number is displayed on the label of packaged food product itself. The license number consists of 14 unique digits, indicating that the food business operator has a valid FSSAI license.
Yes, you can apply for the FSSAI licence online via FoSCoS portal.
No, you cannot sell food online if you do not possess a valid FSSAI licence or registration.
In such a case, your food business may face penalties, fines or other legal action for operating without a valid FSSAI Licence or Registration.
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