Mandatory certification for all food businesses in India.
Ensures compliance with FSSAI safety and quality standards.
Essential for legal operation and brand credibility.
Quick and hassle-free licensing support from DocuVisers.
Who needs an FSSAI license?
The license is mandatory for any Food Business Operator (FBO) involved in the following activities:
- Manufacturing
- Processing
- Storage
- Distribution
- Transportation
- Sale of food products
What the license signifies:
- Legal authorization: The license is a legal requirement for any food business operator (FBO) to operate in India.
- Compliance: It signifies that the business complies with the food safety and hygiene standards set by the FSSAI.
- Consumer trust: Displaying the FSSAI logo builds confidence among consumers that the products are safe.
- Business expansion: It is often required for funding, partnerships, and online selling platforms.
Types of FSSAI licenses:
The specific type of license required depends on the business’s scale, nature of operations, and annual turnover:
- FSSAI Basic Registration: For small-scale FBOs with an annual turnover of less than ₹12 lakh. This is typically for petty retailers, small vendors, and home-based food businesses.
- FSSAI State License: For mid-sized FBOs with an annual turnover between ₹12 lakh and ₹20 crore that operate within a single state.
- FSSAI Central License: For large-scale FBOs with an annual turnover over ₹20 crore. It is also mandatory for businesses involved in importing or exporting food, or those operating in multiple states
Who needs it:
- Anyone involved in the food industry, including manufacturers, processors, retailers, hoteliers, restaurants, and street food vendors.
- The type of license (basic registration, state, or central) depends on the business’s scale, turnover, and production capacity.
Key details:
- The FSSAI registration or license is granted for a period of 1 to 5 years.
- A unique 14-digit FSSAI number is issued, which must be printed on all food packaging.
We identify the correct FSSAI license type for your business — Basic, State, or Central — based on your annual turnover and operations.
Our experts collect and verify all required documents like ID proof, business details, layout plan, and FSMS plan to ensure accurate filing.
We fill out the official FSSAI application on your behalf and submit it to the designated food safety authority with complete documentation.
For certain categories, local food officers may inspect the premises before approval. DocuVisers coordinates the process to ensure smooth clearance.
Once verified, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India issues your license with a unique 14-digit FSSAI number — legally authorizing your business to operate.
This registration is for small, petty food businesses. The following documents are required:
- A recent passport-sized photograph of the applicant.
- Photo identity proof of the Food Business Operator (FBO), such as an Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Voter ID.
- Proof of the business premises’ address, such as a rental agreement or the most recent electricity bill.
- Documentation regarding the business constitution, such as a partnership deed or a certificate of incorporation.
- Details of the food products or items the business will process or manufacture.
In addition to the general documents, a State License requires more specific information:
- Proof of Business Premises: Valid documents like a rental agreement, property papers, or utility bills.
- Identity and Address Proof: Valid identity and address proof of the proprietors, partners, or directors.
- Business Constitution: The partnership deed or incorporation certificate, depending on the business type.
- Blueprint or Layout Plan: Required for manufacturing and processing units, showing the dimensions and operational area allocation.
- List of Directors or Partners: A list with their full addresses and contact details.
- List of Equipment: A list of all equipment and machinery, including their number, installed capacity, and horsepower.
- Water Analysis Report: For manufacturing units, a report from a recognized public health laboratory verifying the water’s portability.
- Food Safety Management System (FSMS) Plan: A plan or certificate detailing food safety measures.
- Product List: The specific food categories you plan to manufacture.
- NOCs and Supporting Certificates: Required if applicable, such as NOC from the municipality.
This license is for large businesses and requires comprehensive documentation:
- Blueprint or Layout Plan: Details for manufacturing/processing units.
- List of Directors or Partners: Including their full address and contact information.
- Machinery Details: List of all equipment, including capacity and horsepower.
- ID and Address Proof: For the proprietor, partners, or directors.
- Food Category List: The list of food products to be manufactured.
- Water Analysis Report: From a recognized laboratory.
- Proof of Premises: Documents like a rent agreement or electricity bill.
- Business Constitution: The partnership deed, memorandum of association (MOA), or articles of association (AOA).
- Food Safety Management System (FSMS): Plan or certificate.
- Source of Raw Materials: For milk or meat processing units, details on the source of raw materials.
- Import Export Code (IEC): For businesses involved in import/export.
- Form IX: The nomination of persons by a company.
- Supporting Proof: For turnover or the number of vehicles (for transporters).
- Recall Plan: Detailing product distribution for recall purposes, where applicable.
It’s a mandatory licence for all food-related businesses, including restaurants, manufacturers, and distributors, issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.
We assist in document preparation, licence selection, and official application filing for new registration and renewals.
Most FSSAI licences are processed and approved within 3–7 working days, depending on the category.
All food-related businesses — including restaurants, cafes, catering services, food manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, online food sellers, and small food stalls — must have a valid FSSAI License or Registration.
Basic Registration: For small food businesses with annual turnover below ₹12 lakhs.
State License: For medium-sized businesses with turnover between ₹12 lakhs and ₹20 crores.
Central License: For large-scale food businesses with turnover above ₹20 crores or operating in multiple states.
DocuVisers ensures your FSSAI licence is registered quickly, accurately, and with full government verification.
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