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FSSAI License for Food Stall in India 2026 – Requirements, Types, Fees & How to Apply

Complete 2026 guide: FSSAI license for food stalls, street food vendors & kiosks. Know the type (Basic/State), documents needed, fees (₹100/year), application process & penalties for non-compliance.

Is FSSAI License Mandatory for Food Stalls in India?

Yes — every food stall, street food vendor, kiosk, or temporary food counter selling food to the public must have a valid FSSAI registration or license under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. This applies to permanent stalls, seasonal fairs, market vendors, and roadside eateries alike. Operating without one risks fines up to ₹5 lakh and closure.

Which FSSAI License Does a Food Stall Need?

  • Basic FSSAI Registration: Most street food stalls and small kiosks qualify — annual turnover up to ₹12 lakh. Fee: ₹100/year.
  • State License: If your stall chain or business exceeds ₹12 lakh turnover. Fee: ₹2,000–₹5,000/year.
  • Central License: Only if operating nationally at scale exceeding ₹20 crore.

Most individual food stall owners and hawkers need only Basic FSSAI Registration at just ₹100/year.

Documents Required for Food Stall FSSAI Registration

  • Photo ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID)
  • Address proof (utility bill/rent agreement for the stall location)
  • Passport-size photograph
  • List of food items sold (e.g., chaat, momos, juice, snacks)
  • Medical fitness certificate (recommended; sometimes required)

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. Visit foscos.fssai.gov.in and create an account.
  2. Select "Apply for New License/Registration" → choose Form A (Basic Registration).
  3. Fill stall details: address, food items, turnover estimate.
  4. Upload documents and pay ₹100/year online.
  5. Receive your 14-digit FSSAI number within 7–15 days.
  6. Display the registration certificate visibly at your stall.

Key Compliance Rules for Food Stalls

Display FSSAI number on your stall/banner. Maintain personal hygiene (clean hands, apron, covered food). Use potable water. Avoid adulterants. Municipal/local body permission may also be required alongside FSSAI.

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FAQs

Yes — Basic Registration (₹100/year) is mandatory for all food stalls and street vendors selling food commercially.

₹100 per year for Basic Registration, which covers most small stalls with turnover under ₹12 lakh.

Typically 7–15 days. With Pragati Services assisted filing, the process is faster and error-free.

Yes — Basic Registration applies to temporary and seasonal food stalls too.

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