FSSAI License

Take your food business to the next level with the right FSSAI license.
If your food business is scaling up—whether it’s a restaurant, cloud kitchen, food manufacturing unit, or packaged food brand—you need to go beyond basic FSSAI registration and obtain an FSSAI License.

Issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), this license is mandatory for medium and large-scale food businesses with an annual turnover above ₹12 lakhs or operations that involve interstate trade, import, or export.

FSSAI State License 

(Turnover ₹12 lakh to ₹20 crore) – Required for businesses operating within one state.

Documents Required for FSSAI State License
FSSAI Registration Process
  • Completed & signed Form B

  • Blueprint/layout plan of the processing unit

  • Proof of business constitution (Partnership deed, MOA/AOA, etc.)

  • List of directors/partners with ID and address proof

  • Food category list

  • Proof of turnover (bank statement, CA certificate)

  • Water test report (if applicable)

  • NOC from local authority or municipality

  • Photo and ID proof of food handling staff

  • Equipment and machinery details (for manufacturers)

  1. Determine Your License Type
  2. Prepare Required Documents
  3. Register/Login on the FSSAI Online Portal
  4. Fill Application Form and Pay Application Fee
  5. Inspection by FSSAI (if applicable)
  6. Download FSSAI Certificate

FSSAI Central License 

(Turnover above ₹20 crore or interstate/import/export operations) – Required for larger businesses, importers, exporters, and companies supplying to government agencies.

Documents Required for FSSAI Central License
Registration Process
  • Import/Export Code (IEC) certificate (if applicable)

  • NOC from Ministry of Tourism (for hotels)

  • Supporting documents for premises (ownership/rental agreement)

  • Source of raw materials

  • Recall plan (for manufacturers)

  • Certificate from Ministry of Commerce for 100% EOU (if applicable)

  1. Determine Your License Type
  2. Prepare Required Documents
  3. Register/Login on the FSSAI Online Portal
  4. Fill Application Form and Pay Application Fee
  5. Inspection by FSSAI (if applicable)
  6. Download FSSAI Certificate

No. For multi-state operations, you need a Central License.

Usually 30–60 days, depending on the type of license and inspection timelines.

No. You must upgrade to a State or Central License.

Yes, if you are selling through platforms like Swiggy, Zomato, or Amazon Pantry.

Late renewal attracts penalties, and operating without a valid license can lead to heavy fines or closure.

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