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FSSAI Licence for Catering & Event Caterers
A catering business — wedding, event, banquet or corporate — must hold a valid FSSAI licence to serve food at venues, satisfy event organisers and qualify for hotel, corporate and government contracts. CAREALL confirms whether you need Basic Registration, a State Licence or a Central Licence and files it for you.
Updated for 2026
Common problems we solve
- Venues, wedding planners and corporate clients now ask for a valid FSSAI number before awarding the contract.
- Caterers who serve across more than one state need a Central Licence, which is easy to get wrong.
- A single kitchen supplying multiple events must ensure the licence covers every dish and preparation stage.
Frequently asked questions
Which FSSAI licence does a catering business need?
Most caterers operating in a single state under ₹1.5 crore turnover need only an FSSAI Basic Registration. A State Licence applies from ₹1.5 crore to ₹50 crore, while a caterer serving across more than one state needs a Central Licence regardless of turnover. CAREALL confirms the right category before filing.
Do wedding and event caterers need an FSSAI licence to work at venues?
Yes. Banquet halls, hotels, wedding planners and corporate clients increasingly require a valid FSSAI number before confirming a catering contract, and food safety inspections at events check for it. CAREALL prepares your application, files it for you and tracks it through to issuance.
My catering firm serves events in more than one state — which licence applies?
A caterer operating across more than one state generally requires an FSSAI Central Licence rather than a State Licence, even if the head office is in a single state. Choosing the wrong category causes rejections and delays. CAREALL assesses your reach and files the correct licence for you.
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