FSSAI license is a 14-digit license number issued to food business operators who comply with rules and regulations mentioned in the FSSA Act,2006, for a particular time period. The license needs to be renewed periodically to keep it valid. FBOs are not allowed to use the Logo anywhere in case their FSSAI Certificate has expired for any reason, which would invite penalties and cancellation of the license for a lifetime.
Why is FSSAI accreditation and the LOGO necessary for your business growth?
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has made it mandatory for all hotels to obtain an FSSAI license in order to start their venture. With simple registration, you cannot only receive an FSSAI Certificate. Still, you can also use the FSSAI Logo on menus & pamphlets to increase the credibility of your brand, boost customer confidence, and give them reasons why to buy food from you. Ask any customer, and they would always want to eat good quality food prepared to maintain all hygiene; if the hotels & restaurants are FSSAI certified, customers won’t think twice about value for money while buying from you.
How to apply for FSSAI registration & get a certificate?
As it has been made statutory compliance for all Food Business Operators(FBO) to work with valid FSSAI Certificate here are the details on how you can apply for a Food license and boasts about maintaining food safety before your customers.
For small businesses and startups with an annual turnover below 12 lakhs, you may apply for basic FSSAI registration.
The list of documents required for basic FSSAI Registration is as follows:
- Authorized Person Address Proof
- Passport size Photograph
- Business Name & Address
- FSSAI declaration Form
- Nature of Business details
- Photograph of the applicant
- Fee of Rs 100/per annum
