Quick answer: The correct FSSAI registration or licence depends on your food-business activity, scale, location and whether you import or export. Turnover alone may not determine the category. Confirm your eligibility in the official FoSCoS portal before applying.
| Category | Who should check it | Key consideration |
|---|---|---|
| Basic registration | Petty food business operators | Check the current eligibility criteria for your activity. |
| State licence | Eligible businesses operating under state licensing rules | Activity, capacity and turnover criteria vary by business type. |
| Central licence | Businesses falling into central licensing categories | Import, export, certain large-scale activities and other specified categories may require this route. |
This is an orientation guide, not an eligibility decision. Current category rules, documents and fees are shown by the authority when you select your business activity and location in FoSCoS.
Cross-border food trade can affect the licensing category and require separate customs, product-specific or destination-market documentation. Check the applicable FSSAI category and any DGFT, inspection or commodity-board requirements for your particular goods. Do not rely on a state licence simply because the business is based in Kerala.
Fees, processing times, validity and eligibility can change. Avoid committing to a launch date until the relevant authority confirms the application outcome.
No. The type of food business, activity, capacity and other category-specific criteria can matter. Use the official eligibility workflow.
Do not assume so. Confirm the premises and product categories covered by your application with FoSCoS or a qualified food-safety professional.
No. Blueberry facilitates enquiries and application preparation; the competent authority decides whether to grant a registration or licence.
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