FSSAI Registration
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FSSAI registration is vital for ensuring food safety and legal compliance in your business.
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What is FSSAI Registration
Apart from the fact that FSSAI registration is mandatory for your food business, getting it also comes with some benefits:
- It creates trust and credibility among your customers
- The FSSAI logo is widely recognized and hence it can ensure goodwill among consumers
- Hygiene and cleanliness are regulated and followed when FSSAI registration is involved
- You can create better work policies or improve them through studies that you get access to
- New knowledge about the industry is shared with you, which will help you to improve your safety standards and aid you in reaching the standards of international organizations
- An FSSAI license is important for importing and exporting food products
- FSSAI is mandatory when you sell food products online
- FSSAI is also responsible for setting guidelines and procedures for quality assurance of the accredited labs as per ISO17025.
Who is Required to Register FSSAI?
From hawkers and home vendors to giant food chains, everyone operating in the food industry needs to register with FSSAI. Irrespective of whether you are operating online or offline, or whether you are a local player or into the import or export of food products, you need to register with FSSAI. Based on their size and the places they operate, they have to get one of the 3 types of registration/license that is discussed below.
If your business falls in any one of the below-listed categories, then a food license is mandatory for you:
- Procurement
- Manufacture
- Distribution
- Processing
- Packaging
- Storage
- Selling
In other words, an individual or a company that operates with food substances from farm to plate must obtain the FSSAI food license.
Checklist for FSSAI Registration
Based on different types of registration and the food business that you are running, you have to submit different documents for registration.
FSSAI Registration:
- Authorized person’s passport-size photograph [self-attested]
- Authorized person’s Aadhaar card front and back [self-attested]
- Address proof of the business premises [rental agreement/previous month’s electricity bill/NOC from landlord]
- Declaration signed by the authorized person Address proof of the business premises [rental agreement/previous month’s electricity bill/NOC from landlord]
State & Central License:
- Passport-sized photograph of the directors/partners/proprietor
- Identity proof of directors/partners/proprietor [Aadhaar and PAN]
- Address proof of the business premises [rental agreement/previous month’s electricity bill/NOC from landlord]
- Photograph of the premises [8-9 photos]
- Blueprint of the premises
- List of food products on the company letterhead [with seal and signature]
- List of machines (if any) on the company’s letterhead [with seal and signature].
Manufacturing Units:
Including the above-mentioned documents, manufacturing units have to submit the following documents as well:
- The blueprint of the warehouse, plant, etc.
- A list of all machinery
- Report of a water test
- List of all food categories
Types of FSSAI License in India
According to the FSSAI Act, 2006 all food businesses are required to be registered/licensed under the following 3 categories:
FSSAI Registration - Basic
It is the primary kind of registration issued for businesses that are small in turnover – up to ₹12 lakhs approximately per annum
FSSAI State License
Companies that have a turnover greater than ₹12 lakhs require a state license.
FSSAI Central Licence
The central registration is for bigger businesses that have a turnover of over ₹20 crores per annum.
Companies that supply food to government offices/departments and businesses involved in food import/export, an online platform, operating franchises, or chains of hotels/restaurants have to get a central licence as well.
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FSSAI License (Food License) – FAQs
What is FSSAI?
FSSAI stands for Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, responsible for regulating and supervising food safety in India.
What is n FSSAI License?
An FSSAI License (also called Food License) is a mandatory license required for any business involved in the manufacturing, processing, packaging, storage, distribution, or sale of food products in India.
Who needs an FSSAI license?
Every food business operator (FBO) including manufacturers, restaurants, street vendors, cloud kitchens, online sellers, transporters, storage units, retailers, importers, exporters, wholesalers, and home-based food sellers must obtain an FSSAI license or registration based on business scale.
What are the types of FSSAI licenses?
FSSAI provides three types of licenses based on turnover and business nature:
- FSSAI Basic Registration – for businesses with turnover up to ₹12 lakh/year
- FSSAI State License – for turnover between ₹12 lakh to ₹20 crore/year
- FSSAI Central License – for turnover above ₹20 crore/year or involved in import/export or operating in multiple states
How can I apply for an FSSAI license?
You can apply online via the FSSAI FoSCoS portal https://foscos.fssai.gov.in. Registration requires filling out the form, uploading documents, and paying the required fee. Approval is granted after inspection (if needed).
What documents are required for FSSAI registration or license?
- PAN & Aadhaar of the proprietor/partners/directors
- Passport-size photo
- Business address proof (utility bill, rent agreement, NOC)
- Food safety management plan (for higher categories)
- Certificate of incorporation or partnership deed
- List of food products
- Import/export code (if applicable)
How long is the FSSAI license valid?
FSSAI license is issued for 1 to 5 years, based on the fee paid. It must be renewed at least 30 days before expiry to avoid penalties.
What is the cost of FSSAI registration or license?
- Basic Registration: ₹100/year
- State License: ₹2,000 to ₹5,000/year (depends on food type)
- Central License: ₹7,500/year
Professional service charges are extra.
What is the penalty for not having an FSSAI license?
Operating a food business without a valid FSSAI license can attract a penalty up to ₹5 lakh and imprisonment up to 6 months, as per the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
How to check FSSAI license status?
You can check your FSSAI application status using the Application Reference Number (ARN) on the FoSCoS portal under the “Track Application Status” option.
Is FSSAI license mandatory for home-based food sellers?
Yes. Even small-scale home kitchens, cloud kitchens, or homemade food sellers must register under FSSAI if they sell food items commercially, regardless of their size.
What is the difference between FSSAI registration and license?
- Registration is for small businesses (turnover ≤ ₹12 lakh)
- License (State/Central) is for medium and large businesses
Registration is simpler with fewer documents; licenses involve inspections and more compliance.
Can I operate in multiple states with one FSSAI license?
No. You must obtain a Central License if you operate in multiple states. Individual State Licenses are also required for each unit or branch.
Is renewal of FSSAI license necessary?
Yes. FSSAI license must be renewed before expiry. Delay in renewal attracts a fine of ₹100 per day and may lead to deactivation of the license.
Can FSSAI license be transferred in case of business sale or death of owner?
Yes. The FSSAI license can be transferred to a legal heir or buyer in case of the owner’s death or sale of business, by submitting relevant documents and application to the authority.
What is the FoSCoS portal?
FoSCoS (Food Safety Compliance System) is the official portal for all FSSAI-related registrations, license applications, renewals, product approvals, and compliance filings in India.
What are the benefits of FSSAI registration?
- Legal authorization to operate food business
- Builds consumer trust and brand credibility
- Access to government schemes and loans
- Ensures compliance with food safety standards
- Enables participation in online food platforms like Zomato, Swiggy, Amazon, etc.
Is food lab testing mandatory for FSSAI?
Food lab testing is not mandatory for basic registration, but is required in certain cases of manufacturing and processing, especially for export units and large-scale businesses.
What happens if an FSSAI license is rejected?
If the application is rejected due to incomplete or incorrect details, you may reapply with the correct documents. Rejection reasons are provided in the remarks section of the portal.
Can an FSSAI license be cancelled or suspended?
Yes. The licensing authority can cancel or suspend your FSSAI license if you violate food safety standards, submit false information, or fail inspections.