Overview
Food business license - Basic, State or Central - for restaurants, cloud kitchens, food manufacturers, traders and home food businesses.
Who needs this
- Any business dealing in food (making, selling, storing, transporting)
- Home kitchens and tiffin services need Basic registration too
- Turnover decides the license type
Documents you will need
- Passport-size photo
- ID proof (PAN / Aadhaar)
- Business address proof
- Nature of food business details
Final list is confirmed by our team on WhatsApp before filing - some cases need an extra document.
How it works
- 1
Share business details and food category
- 2
We decide Basic/State/Central correctly
- 3
Application filed with documents
- 4
License issued - display and renewal calendar set
Timeline & fees
Typical timelineBasic: about 7 days. State/Central: 15-30 days.
FeesExact charges depend on your case and current government fees - we confirm the full amount on WhatsApp before starting any work. No hidden charges.
FAQs
My turnover is small - do I still need it?
Yes. Even home food sellers need at least Basic registration - it is quick and inexpensive.
