What is FSSAI and why do I need a license?

FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) is the statutory food regulatory body of India. Any business involved in manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution, or sale of food must obtain FSSAI license/registration. Operating without one risks penalties up to ₹5 lakh and imprisonment.

What are the FSSAI license types in India?

There are 3 types: (1) Basic Registration — turnover up to ₹1.5 Crore/year; (2) State License — turnover ₹1.5 Crore to ₹50 Crore/year; (3) Central License — turnover above ₹50 Crore or multi-state/importer/exporter operations.

How long does FSSAI registration take?

FSSAI Basic Registration takes 7–10 working days. State License takes 30–45 days. Central License takes 45–60 days. With Velco Legal India, we prepare and submit your application within 24 hours.

What is the cost of FSSAI license in India?

Government fees: Basic Registration ₹100/year, State License ₹2,000–₹5,000/year, Central License ₹7,500/year. Velco Legal India professional service fees start at ₹999 for Basic Registration.

What documents are required for FSSAI registration?

For Basic Registration: Photo ID proof, address proof of business, passport size photo. For State/Central License: additionally business registration certificate, rental agreement/ownership proof, food safety management plan, list of food categories.

Can I get FSSAI license online?

Yes. FSSAI licenses are applied 100% online through the FoSCoS portal (foscos.fssai.gov.in). Velco Legal India provides complete online assistance — no physical office visit needed anywhere in India.

What is the penalty for operating without FSSAI license?

Operating a food business without FSSAI license attracts imprisonment up to 6 months and/or fine up to ₹5 lakh under Section 63 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.

How to renew FSSAI license?

FSSAI license must be renewed 30 days before expiry through FoSCoS portal. Late renewal attracts a penalty of ₹100/day. Velco Legal India handles renewal for ₹999 onwards with 24-hour application submission.

FSSAI for E-Commerce Food Sellers 2026 — Zomato, Swiggy, Amazon

India's e-commerce food market is growing rapidly — but it is also one of the most compliance-intensive sectors. Whether you are selling on Zomato, Swiggy, Amazon, Blinkit, Zepto, or Instagram, FSSAI compliance is mandatory. Non-compliant sellers are being removed from platforms and penalized. Here is what you need for each platform.

Zomato and Swiggy (Food Delivery)

Requirements for onboarding as a restaurant or home kitchen:

FSSAI registration/license number — mandatory, verified during onboarding
Bank account for payments
PAN card of owner
Restaurant/kitchen address
Menu with food photos

From 2026, both platforms are required to display your FSSAI number on your restaurant page. This is per the new FSSAI e-commerce regulations.

Blinkit / Zepto / Swiggy Instamart (Quick Commerce)

For selling packaged food on quick commerce platforms:

FSSAI license number on product labels
GTIN / barcode for each SKU
Product images with visible FSSAI number on label
GST registration (mandatory for marketplace sellers)
Shelf life must be adequate for platform's storage + delivery timeframe

Amazon / Flipkart (Packaged Food)

Requirements for selling packaged food products:

FSSAI license number — entered in seller account during registration
FSSAI-compliant labels on all products (mandatory)
GST registration
Brand owner approval (for brand gated products)
Complete product listing with all FSSAI-mandated information

Instagram / WhatsApp / Facebook (Social Commerce)

No platform enforcement — but legally required
Display FSSAI number in Instagram bio
FSSAI number on all product photos and packaging
FSSAI actively monitors social media food sellers

Own Website / App

Display FSSAI license number prominently on website
Include in footer and product pages
Same compliance requirements as any other channel

Conclusion

No matter which platform you sell on, FSSAI compliance is the baseline requirement. Get your FSSAI registration first, then onboard on your chosen platform. Velco Legal India processes FSSAI registrations in 2–3 days — starting ₹999.

FSSAI for E-Commerce Food Sellers: Zomato, Swiggy, Amazon 2026