Food License/ FSSAI Registration - Online Renew
What is FoSCos / FSSAI Food License?
FSSAI launched Food Safety Compliance System (FoSCoS) with effect from 1st June 2020 replacing existing Food Licensing and Registration System. Food License Registration is now compulsory for all persons dealing in food industry or business. If you are doing any type of food business (i.e. Retailer, Wholesaler, Bakery Products, Home Kitchen, Reseller, Relabler, Dhaba, Restaurant, Manufacturing Unit, Dairy Business, Fast Food Shop, Hawker, Distributor, Stall, Transporter, Canteen, Ecommerce). You can now register for the FSSAI License online through the form given on the left side.
What is the difference between FSSAI/FoSCoS/Food License?
FoSCos (Food Safety Compliance System) - A new system launched by FSSAI to obtain food license in India.
How can I start my FSSAI Registration Online?
It is now mandatory for every business person dealing in the food industry to get FSSAI Registration. You can visit the fssai website to register for your Food License.
What are the different types of FSSAI License Registration?
Based on the annual turnover of the food business, the types of FSSAI License Registration are as follow:
- Basic Registration- This registration is for those businesses who have annual turnover less than Rs. 12 Lakhs. Basically this type of license is for petty business owners.
- State FSSAI License - The FSSAI State License Registration is for those business owners who have annual turnover between Rs. 12 Lakhs - Rs. 20 Crores. All the manufacturing units have to register themselves under the FSSAI State License category.
- Central FSSAI License - This type of certificate is for those who have annual turnover more than Rs. 20 crores. Every Importer and Exporter needs to register under the central license category. If you also want to start your own e commerce food business then it is compulsory for you to do the FSSAI Registration under the central category.
Process
Step-1
Once you submitted the above form. One of our executives will contact you regarding the process.
Step-2
After receiving your form we will ask for the documents necessary for the registration.
Step-3
After getting all the documents and requirements we will draft and submit your application.
Step-4
Once your application got submitted you need to wait for some days to get your FSSAI.
Benefits of FSSAI
Why FSSAI License is important?
Food license is mandatory to start any food business. Without the food license registration you are not allowed to run any food business. The government can impose fine or can restrict the food business as per the FSSAI act. So it is necessary to get FSSAI license online before you start your food business.
Trust of the customers
Food License builds trust of the customers, as the FSSAI License is the seal of purity, safety and better product.
Legal Advantages
There are various penalties under FSSAI Act for non-compliances of rules. Food Business Owners can be fined Rs. 5 Lakhs or can be jailed for 06 months for not having FSSAI License. So FSSAI registrations provide legal advantage to all food business owners.
Create Consumer Awareness
Food license registration creates consumer awareness. It ensures our customers that the food they are getting is safe and hygiene.
Recognition of Government
FSSAI license is provided by the government of India, as the FBO (Food Business Owner) is granted the food license and following all the necessary precautions related to the food safety.
What is the fee for FSSAI Registration in India?
The government fee for the food license registration is as under.
Basic Registration: Rs. 1499/- (Including government fee and professional fee)
State License: Rs. 1850/- (Professional fee) Govt fee is Rs. 2000/- to 5000/- per year
Central License: Rs. 3000/- (Professional fee) Govt fee is Rs. 7500 + GST 18%
Use of FSSAI Logo
If you are registered under the foscos/ fssai then you can use the FSSAI logo on your food product packing and can also hang your fssai license on your shop or office.
Increase business scope
Using the fssai logo or fssai license can increase your business scope. As the Fssai license is mandatory for every food business owners so you can not reach the heights of your business without the fssai registration.
Benefits from government penalties if registered under the FOSCOS/ FSSAI
Government can put huge penalties to the Food Business Owners for not having the food license. So if you are already registered under the fssai then you will be benefited form these penalties.
Who are exempted from FSSAI Registration?
Hawkers and other peoples related to the cottage industry are given exemption under the FSSAI act. There is no legal complication for registration under the fssai for the hawkers etc.
Types of Food License and Fee
Type of License | Eligibility | Fee |
Basic License | Sales Up to 12 Lakhs | Rs. 1499/- (Including 01 Year Govt. Fee) |
State License | Sales from 12 Lakhs to 20 Crore | Rs. 2500/- (Excluding Govt. Fee) |
Central License | Sales above 20 Crore | Rs. 3500/- (Excluding Govt. Fee) |