FSSAI Central License Registration in Kerala - Complete Guide 2026

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What is FSSAI Central License?

The FSSAI Central License is issued by the Central Licensing Authority (FSSAI, New Delhi) and is mandatory for food businesses with annual turnover above ₹20 Crores, food importers, exporters, and businesses operating across multiple states. It is the highest tier of FSSAI licensing.

Who Needs FSSAI Central License?

Food businesses with turnover above ₹20 Crores
Food importers (mandatory)
Food exporters (mandatory for export clearance)
Businesses with operations in multiple states
Large manufacturers supplying to national chains
Cold chain operators with capacity above 10,000 MT
Slaughterhouses with capacity above 50 large animals/day

FSSAI License Types — Which Do You Need?

Type	Turnover	Who Needs It
Basic Registration	Up to ₹12 Lakhs	Petty food businesses
State License	₹12L – ₹20Cr	Restaurants, manufacturers
Central License	Above ₹20Cr or importers/exporters	Large manufacturers, exporters

For smaller food businesses: FSSAI State License →

Documents Required

Form B (application form)
Blueprint/layout of food premises
List of food products and installed capacity
Photo ID and address proof of proprietor/directors
MOA-AOA / Partnership Deed / Incorporation Certificate
IEC Certificate (for exporters/importers)
Water testing report
NOC from local authority
Analysis report of water used in manufacturing

Registration Process

Prepare documents and business details
Apply on FoSCoS portal (foscos.fssai.gov.in)
Pay fee — ₹7,500/year
Inspection by Central Food Safety Officer
License issued within 30–60 days

IEC Registration — Also Required for Exporters

If you are exporting food products from Kerala, you also need an Import Export Code (IEC) from DGFT:

IEC Registration Services → — Mandatory for all food exporters.

Also Register Your Business Entity

Private Limited Company — recommended for large food businesses
LLP Registration — for food export partnerships
Sole Proprietorship — for individual food exporters

Financing Your Food Export Business

Business Loans up to ₹10 Crores
Loan Against Property
MSME Loans
Equipment Financing — for food processing machinery

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Also need: FSSAI State License | IEC Registration

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Important Disclaimers

Blueberry Financial Facilitation Services is a private consultancy, not a government department. FSSAI Central License issuance is subject to FSSAI Central Licensing Authority approval and inspection. Loan facilitation connects you with regulated banks and NBFCs — we are not a direct lender.