Online Food License Registration

FSSAI Registration – Get yours online easily at lowest and affordable fees

Get any of 3 types of FSSAI registration

> Basic Registration: For Sales < ₹10 lakh/year

> State Registration: For Sales of ₹10 lakh – ₹2 Crore/year

> Central Registration: For Sales > ₹2 Crore/year

FSSAI application code in 7 working days or license in 60 working days

Online Food License Registration – An Overview

Any person or entrepreneur who wants to start a business in the food sector, be it food manufacturing or food processing or packaging or distributing, has to compulsorily register for Food Safety and Standard Authority of India FSSAI.

FSSAI monitors these businesses under the guidelines and regulations according to listed in FSSAI Act 2006.

With expert assistance from LegalMaps, get an FSSAI application code or license in the quickest possible way in only 4 simple steps –

  • Guidance on selecting the food license types
  • Verification of your FSSAI registration documents
  • Filing your online FSSAI application
  • Procurement of FSSAI food licence

Why online FSSAI license is required? Benefits

  • Access of studies based on evidence is given that helps to improve your work policies or helps to create them.
  • New knowledge is generated that can bring progress to your safety standards and aid you in reaching the actual benchmark of international organizations.

 

FSSAI license builds an immense feeling of trust in your patrons. It paves the path to a long and loyal relationship with the customer as they believe you offer unsurpassed quality food every time.

Online Food License Registration (FSSAI) in India - A detailed process

STEP 1 – Consulting, Documentation & Filing

  • You fill in our online application with our experts are at your call to help you with any query.
  • Our experts do a consultation for the type of license you needed.
  • We then collect the documents through WhatsApp or email.
  • We double-check the paperwork.
  • After that Form A and Form B are generated for the actual FSSAI license process.
  • We file it with the related concerned authorities.

 

STEP 2 – Follow Up And Waiting For Approval

  • After our CS or CA has filed the FSSAI application, we resolve any questions on behalf of you that the authorities may ask.
  • We facilitate the follow-up as and when required by the food department.
  • Finally, there will be a 20 days wait period during which the government considers your FSSAI license application.

STEP 3 – Delivery Of License

  • Once approved your application, a digital and paper copy of the license is sent to your address.
  • The procurement of the license usually takes a maximum of 30 days.

 

The waiting period mentioned above is for the basic license, and the other two types of licenses, the government approval may take a maximum of 60 days.

Documents required for Food License (FSSAI) Registration Process

Be it a food safety management registration/production license, there are some documents that you should be submitted along with the Online Food License application. Listed below are the mandatory paperwork for each type of Food License (FSSAI) registration:

  • Food License (FSSAI) registration
    • An identity proof that contains a photograph
    • A passport-sized photograph
  • State & Central License
    • Proof of address
    • Import/export code
    • A passport-sized photograph
    • A list of directors or partners
    • A certificate of incorporation
    • The MoA and AoA of the business
    • An identity proof that contains a photograph
    • No Objection Certificate from the local municipality
  • For food manufacturing units, along with the above-listed documents, the following are also be required:
    • The blueprint of warehouse, plant, etc.
    • A list of all machinery
    • Report of a water test
    • List of all food categories

Who requires a Food License?

Every business operator who is engaged with Food-related business is required to be registered/licensed under the FSSAI. FSSAI Registration also required by small businesses owner like petty retailers, hawkers, etc whose annual turnover is below Rs.12 lakhs per year. All food businesses above this annual turnover limit of Rs 12 lakhs per year require an FSSAI License.

FSSAI State and FSSAI Central License are issued to food businesses based on their annual turnover whether it is a medium scale or large-scale. Usually, large manufacturers, importers, exporters, etc obtain Central Licence while mid-sized entities like traders, transporters, etc need State Licence.

If your business falls in any one of the listed below categories, then a food license (FSSAI) is mandatory for you.

  • Procurement
  • Manufacture
  • Distribution
  • Processing
  • Packaging
  • Storage

To be more elaborate, any business operator that operates with food substances from farm to plate must obtain the FSSAI food license. A more detailed list given below of those who require FSSAI Registration Certificate:

  • Hotels
  • Wholesaler
  • Restaurants
  • Food chains
  • Food sellers and resellers
  • Dairy and dairy processing
  • Food importers and exporters
  • Processors like pickle and dry fruit maker
  • Raw material suppliers to food businesses
  • Retailers & establishments who have a retail outlet
  • Canteens in corporations, schools, colleges, hospitals or any government institutions
  • Packaged food manufacturers who produce items like biscuits and ready to eat products

 

Food Storage units and warehouses require food safety (FSSAI) registration instead of a production license.

FSSAI license types in India

According to the FSSAI Act, 2006 every food businesses are required to be registered/licensed:

  • Food License (FSSAI) registration: This is the primary kind of food license and it is usually issued for:
    • Businesses that are small based on turnover – below ₹12 Lakh.
    • FBO is at the budding stage like a dairy with a capacity not more than 500 ltr/day.
    • Trades like canteens, tea shops, food processors and small warehouses ideally require this registration. It can be upgraded any time when the business begins to expand in capacity and profit.
  • The State Licence: Any individual and companies that have an annual turnover greater than ₹12 lakhs and less than ₹20 Crores, require the state license. Some examples are:
    • Dairies with a capacity of over 50,000 liters/day
    • Hotels with a 3-star rating and above

 

An exception here is only for the catering business. Irrespective of their turnover, they have to apply for a State FSSAI License and not a Basic FSSAI Registration.

  • The Central License: The above to licenses were for small and mid-sized food business operators. The central license is for bigger business operators. It is issued to:
    • Any companies body that supplies food to government offices and departments.
    • Trades that have a turnover of above ₹20 Crores.
    • Food import and export commerce

Significance of FSSAI license number format

A 14-digit food license that contains a State Code and registration.

Every food package must have a label, should mandatorily contain:

  • The logo of FSSAI
  • License number

How can we help in Online Food License Registration and FSSAI License? Why LegalMaps?

LegalMaps provides end-to-end support for FSSAI registration and licensing. Our promise to every food product business is:

  • FSSAI Registration at the minimum time frame
  • Comprehensive support with FSSAI online application filling
  • Support on choosing the right food license type
  • Hand-holding through the entire registration procedure till approval
  • Solution to all your queries and concerns

 

At LegalMaps, our support principle is to guarantee that your food business begins as soon as possible and as seamlessly as practical.

Non-compliance with FSSAI regulations

Non-compliance with the FSSAI regulations can prove your business to be costly. Production and distribution process of food products without the FSSAI registration or license will incur a severe penalty and it causes risk to your business brand reputation.

Food business process inspections will be conducted by Officers of Food Safety and compliance levels will be granted for the food business. It will be graded as below –

  • Compliance(C)
  • Non-compliance(NC)
  • Partial Compliance
  • Not Applicable/ Not Observed (NA)

 

In accordance with the above markings, the Officer of Food Safety might issue an improvement notice. The Food Safety Officer might also cancel the license if the standards are not fulfilled or maintained even after warnings.

In addition to this, if the food business operator is not satisfied with the Food Safety Officer’s improvement notice, they can appeal to the relevant State Commissioner of Food Safety. State Commissioner decisions can also put to a challenge via an appeal towards Food Safety Appellate Tribunal / High Court.

Benefits of Acquiring FSSAI Registration/License:

FSSAI registration and license help businesses in the following ways:

  • Most of the consumers are becoming more aware of the quality of the food which they eat, thanks to the digital era. Having a valid FSSAI registration/license helps businesses in enhancing their credibility.
  • The FSSAI logo is widely recognized and hence it can ensure brand goodwill among consumers.
  • Streamlines all the processes involved from the manufacturing process to the distribution and sale of the food products.
  • It makes the food manufacturing process more dependable on science-based principles.
  • The important aspects of hygiene and cleanliness are regulated and followed by the food business operator when FSSAI registration is involved.
  • FSSAI registration or license provides a platform to produce quality food products in the market that are on par with international food standards.
  • FSSAI registration or license positively influences the dependability and production of the food business operator, thus giving it a huge chance to expand and grow.
  • FSSAI license is important for exporting food products from India to any other country.
  • FSSAI is also responsible for setting all the required guidelines and procedures for food quality assurance of the accredited labs as per ISO17025.

FSSAI registration/license validity

FSSAI registration/license rules are hard and fast. FSSAI registration/licenses issued to food businesses are valid for a period of 1 year to 5 years. It is mandatory to apply for renewal 30 days before the expiry of the existing license. Non-renewal of registration/license can fetch a fine of Rs.100 per day until the renewal is done. Any lapse in renewal within the stipulated date prescribed by the Government can result in the old license becoming defunct and businesses will have to apply for a fresh registration/license.

Guidelines to be followed for FSSAI Registration/License Number

Similar to the guidelines for FSSAI registration/license, there are certain rules for FSSAI registration/license numbers.

  • The FSSAI logo and registration/license number must be displayed clearly on the label package of the food item in a color that is in contrast to the label background.
  • If there are multiple units involved in the production process, the brand owner’s FSSAI logo and registration/license should be printed on the package with the address of the other units displayed on the label with FSSAI registration/license number.
  • There is no exemption available for imported food products from following the FSSAI guidelines. It is mandatory for all importer’s FSSAI license number, name, address with FSSAI logo to be pre-printed on a label or sticker and affixed to the imported food product before it can be given customs clearance.
  • It is compulsory that all guidelines given for the height of the letters and numerals of the registration/license number shall remain as prescribed in 2.3.3 of Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labelling) Regulation,2011. Similarly, the Regulation 2.6.1 of the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labelling),2011, must be applicable to display FSSAI Registration/license number and logo.
  • The FSSAI logo should not be taken as a certification of any kind. It solely denotes that the food business operator’s license is valid under the Food Safety and Standards Act of 2006.

FSSAI Rules And Regulations For The Food Businesses And Food Industry:

  • The FSSAI registration/license must be on prominent display on the business premises affixed with passport size photo of the person under whose name the registration/license is obtained.
  • It is the responsibility of the FBO (food business operator) to inform the FSSAI authorities of any change or modification operator plans to make in the food business.
  • It is mandatory that at least one person with technical skills is employed by the food business operator to supervise the production.
  • Annual returns for a period extending from 1st-April to 31st-March of the consecutive year must be promptly filed before the 31st of May of that consecutive year.
  • FSSAI licensees must strictly adhere to the conditions given for food processing, preparation, and storage.

 

Guidelines To Modify FSSAI Registration/License:

  • All relevant documents must be duly submitted by the registered operator while applying for a modification approval.
  • ‘Form C’ is an important document for the modification, that must be filled with the necessary criteria to seek approval for changes or modifications in the registered business. Even ‘Form C’ can be used to add a new business to the existing one, change details like product names, contact numbers, and addresses, etc.
  • Designated Food Safety Officers in the FSSAI department can help with the filing process along with some support from professional liaisons.
  • The ‘NON-FORM C’ MODIFICATION is other than ‘FORM C’ to support all other information and documents.
  • The FBO (food business operator) must also submit necessary evidence and proof of change along with all the relevant applications. Then all submitted documents and forms will be subjected to scrutiny by the Designated Food Safety Officers or Designated Officer. Any query or objection raised by the Designated Officer must be answered by the Food Business Operator within 30 days period of time along with additional information and documents if necessary.

FAQs on FSSAI Registration/License

Renew your FSSAI registration/license 30 days before your current one expired. To do this, you will have to give LegalMaps your present registration/license number. Once we receive the registration/license number, we will submit Form A and Form B on behalf of you in order to renew your FSSAI registration/license. This process should take between 30 days to 40 days. The renewal fee is the same as the cost of a new registration/license as per the government.

The registered office of your business will need a central license. Your all manufacturing units will also need individual state licenses for each state they’re in.

Yes, you do. In this situation, you need a central license registered from the address in Import Export Code.

Yes, whether it is export or import of food items, FSSAI licensing is mandatory.

Yes, whether you distribute, trade food additives, transport or manufacture, you will need an FSSAI registration/license in order to do it.

Perhaps you have more than one separate warehouses within one city, then you will need separate registration/licenses for each. If all your warehouses belong to one campus, in this situation, you may apply for a single registration/license citing the campus’s address.

At LegalMaps, we provide FSSAI registration/license registration and renewal services.

At LegalMaps, we streamline this whole process so that you can do it easily and fast way. Just fill in a form online, created by us and send the necessary documents and we will get your FSSAI restaurant registration/license for you. We’ll intimate you within 20 working days to 40 working days about the status of your registration/license and till then you can sit back and focus on your business.

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