How I get Food License
How I get food license in India
To get a food license in India, apply for an **FSSAI license** online through the FoSCoS portal, provide required documents, pay the applicable fee, and track the application status until issuance[1][2][3].
## Types of Food Licenses
- **FSSAI Basic Registration**: For small food businesses with turnover below ₹12 lakh[4][5].
- **FSSAI State License**: For businesses with turnover up to ₹20 crore, or operating within one state[4][6].
- **FSSAI Central License**: For large businesses with turnover above ₹20 crore, or those operating in multiple states/import/export[4][6].
## Steps for Application
1. **Identify license type** based on business scale and turnover[4][3].
2. **Register/Login** at https://foscos.fssai.gov.in and select “Apply for License/Registration”[1][2][7][8].
3. **Fill out the application** (Form A for registration, Form B for license), including business details and contact information[9][7][8].
4. **Upload required documents**
(business proof, identity/address proof, photos, etc.)[10].
5. **Pay the fee** (₹100 for registration, ₹2,000–₹7,500 for state/central license, depending on scale)[3][8].
6. **Track application status** using your 17-digit reference number on the portal[7][8].
7. On approval, **download the license** and ensure compliance for renewal every 1–5 years[3].
## Required Documents
- Identity & address proof of owners
- Business premises address proof
- Food safety management plan (small businesses may need fewer documents)
- Proof of business incorporation (if applicable)
- Photos of the food premises[10][4].
## Compliance Notes
- All food businesses including petty manufacturers, retailers, importers, distributors, and processors require FSSAI registration or license, as per their revenue and operation type[5][4].
- Non-compliance or operating without a valid license may result in penalties[3].
For official information, use the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) website and state-wise government portals[1][11].
Citations:
[1] Apply for New License/Registration - FoSCoS - FSSAI https://foscos.fssai.gov.in/apply-for-lic-and-reg
[2] Apply online for licence or registration under Food Safety ... https://services.india.gov.in/service/detail/apply-online-for-licence-or-registration-under-food-safety-and-standards-authority-of-india-1
[3] FSSAI License: Eligibility, Application Process, and Cost ... https://www.bajajfinserv.in/fssai-license
[4] All About Food Licensing https://www.startupindia.gov.in/content/sih/en/bloglist/blogs/all_about_food_licensing.html
[5] [PDF] Eligibility And Applicability Criteria For FSSAI Registration And ... https://fssai.gov.in/upload/media/FSSAI_News_License_IndianTalk_07_05_2019.pdf
[6] How to Get a Food License for Your Restaurant or Food Court in India https://www.restroworks.com/blog/food-license-for-restaurant/
[7] [PDF] How to apply for a license for Restaurant? Step 1 - FoSCoS https://foscos.fssai.gov.in/assets/docs/fbo/HowtoapplylicenseforRestaurant.pdf
[8] [PDF] PART 1 How to apply for a registration certificate? Step 1 - FoSCoS https://foscos.fssai.gov.in/assets/docs/fbo/HowtoapplyforLicense_registrationcertificate.pdf
[9] FSSAI Registration Process - Documents Required, ... https://cleartax.in/s/fssai-registration
[10] Document Required - FoSCoS - FSSAI https://foscos.fssai.gov.in/home-document
[11] FSSAI https://fssai.gov.in
[12] FoSCoS - FSSAI
[13] How To Get FSSAI/Food License?
[14] FSSAI Registration in Delhi https://cleartax.in/s/fssai-registration-in-delhi
[15] [PDF] food safety and standards (licensing and registration of food ... - FSSAI https://www.fssai.gov.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/Compendium_Licensing_Regulations_04_08_2021.pdf
[16] [PDF] Kind of Business Criteria License/ Registration Fee Per Annum https://foscos.fssai.gov.in/assets/docs/KindofBusinessEligibilityLatest.pdf
[17] 12 Licenses Required to Open a Restaurant in India - Gofrugal https://www.gofrugal.com/blog/restaurant-licenses/
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