FOOD LICENSE
A Food License is a legally required certification given by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) which allows companies to produce, sell, store, or distribute food items in accordance with national food safety regulations. This license is not just a mere formality—it is a legal validation of your company’s commitment to public health, hygiene, and quality assurance. If you are a food startup, restaurant, manufacturer, or online food vendor, it is both a statutory requirement and a sign of trust to get an FSSAI license.
Why a Food License is Necessary
Legal Compliance: Mandatory under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006—without it, operating is a criminal offense. Consumer Confidence: Proves compliance with safety standards, establishing your brand as credible and trustworthy. Market Expansion: Facilitates easy business operations, such as exports, franchise establishments, and online delivery platforms. Accountability: Validates that food products comply with prescribed hygiene, labeling, and quality standards.
Who Must Be Licensed?
✔ Restaurants, cafés, and food trucks
✔ Food manufacturers and packagers
✔ Home-based food businesses
✔ Online food delivery operator (Swiggy, Zomato, etc.)
✔ Importers, exporters, wholesalers, and retailers
Types of FSSAI Licenses:
✔ Basic Registration – For small food businesses with turnover up to ₹12 lakh/year.
✔ State License – For medium-sized businesses operating within a single state.
✔ Central License – For large-scale or inter-state operators, import/export business.
What We Provide:
For Basic License:
Self-Declaration Draft & Filing Assistance For State & Central License: End-to-End Filing and Issuance of FSSAI Food License Certificate
Documents Required for FSSAI Food License
To ensure a smooth and compliant registration process, the following documents are necessary based on the type of license being applied for:
For Basic FSSAI Registration
Suitable for small-scale food businesses with an annual turnover of up to ₹12 lakh.
Required Documents:
✔️ Aadhaar Card & PAN Card of the Proprietor
✔️ Business Objective (Nature of Food Activity)
✔️ Valid Email ID and Mobile Number
✔️ Passport-size Photograph
✔️ Latest Electricity Bill of Registered Office
✔️ NOC from the owner or Rent Agreement (if premises is rented)
✔️ Photograph of the business premises with signage/banner and GPS location
For State & Central FSSAI License
Applicable for medium to large-scale businesses or operations across multiple states.
Required Documents:
Aadhaar Card & PAN Card of the Proprietor/Authorized Signatory Business Objective (Nature and Scope of Food Business) Valid Email ID and Mobile Number Passport-size Photograph Electricity Bill of Registered Office NOC or Rent Agreement (if applicable) Premises Photo with business banner and GPS-tagged location Water Clearance Certificate from the local municipal authority
Timeframe for Registration
⊙ Tatkal (Urgent) Registration: Within 2 Working Days
⊙ Normal Registration: Approximately 30 Days
