Licenses & Registration
FSSAI (Food License)
Anyone manufacturing, storing, transporting, distributing or selling food in India needs an FSSAI licence or registration — the specific type depends on the scale and nature of your food business.
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What is FSSAI (Food License)?
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) requires every food business operator to obtain a licence or registration under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The requirement depends on annual turnover and scale of operation. FSSAI Basic Registration applies to small food businesses, State Licence applies to medium-sized manufacturers, restaurants and traders operating within one state, while Central Licence applies to large operators, importers, exporters and businesses operating across multiple states.
Key Features
Three Licence Categories
Basic Registration, State Licence and Central Licence based on turnover and business scale.
Food Business Compliance
Mandatory for restaurants, cloud kitchens, manufacturers, traders and food operators.
1 to 5 Years Validity
Licence validity can be selected from 1 year to 5 years during application.
14 Digit Licence Number
FSSAI licence number must be displayed at premises and on food packaging.
Renewal Facility
Renewal should be filed before expiry to avoid late fee or licence lapse.
Online Food Sellers
Different categories apply for importers, exporters and e-commerce food sellers.
Advantages
Customer Trust
Builds customer confidence through verified food safety compliance.
Online Platform Access
Required for listing food products on food delivery and e-commerce platforms.
Avoid Penalties
Helps avoid penalties and closure risks for operating without a valid food licence.
Business Expansion
Supports expansion into new states and larger-scale food operations.
Food Business Compliance
Helps maintain food safety standards and meet FSSAI requirements.
Documents Required
PAN card and identity proof of proprietor, partners or directors
Proof of business address and premises ownership or rental agreement
Passport-size photographs of the food business operator
List of food products to be manufactured, sold or handled
NOC from local municipal authority or panchayat, where applicable
Water testing report for manufacturing units, where required