The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) ensures that food products undergo rigorous checks and comply with safety standards. Whether you own a small food stall, a home-based kitchen, or a large food manufacturing unit, FSSAI registration is crucial for building trust and avoiding penalties. At License House, we simplify the entire FSSAI registration process for food business operators (FBOs) across India. Our expert team handles documentation, application, and compliance requirements from start to finish ensuring a smooth, error free experience and timely delivery of your license.
FSSAI Registration is a mandatory license issued by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India to food business operators (FBOs) to ensure the safety and quality of food products. It is required for manufacturing, processing, packaging, storage, distribution, or sale of food.
Any individual or business involved in the food industry, including home based food businesses, food manufacturers, traders, restaurants, food delivery partners, grocery shops, and importers/exporters, must obtain FSSAI Registration or License based on their business scale.
There are three types :
Basic Registration – For businesses with an annual turnover of up to ₹12 lakhs
State License – For turnover between ₹12 lakhs and ₹20 crores
Central License – For turnover above ₹20 crores or for import/export operations
An FSSAI license is valid for 1 to 5 years, depending on the tenure selected during application. Renewal must be done before the expiry date to avoid penalties.
Typically, it takes 7–15 working days for Basic Registration and up to 30 days for State or Central Licenses, depending on documentation and government processing time.
Key documents include :
Passport-size photo
Identity proof (Aadhar Card, Voter ID, etc.)
Business address proof
Nature of business and food category
FSMS declaration (Food Safety Management System)
No. Running a food business without valid FSSAI registration is illegal and can lead to penalties, including fines and closure of the business.
Operating without FSSAI registration or violating food safety standards can attract penalties up to Rs.5 lakhs and imprisonment under the FSS Act.
Yes, FSSAI Registration can be done online through the government portal or with professional help from License House, ensuring faster approval and compliance.
License House offers :
Quick and hassle-free registration
Guidance on choosing the right license type
Expert assistance with documentation
Affordable pricing and complete compliance support
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