Business Licenses & Certifications
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Business Licenses & Certifications
FSSAI food licences, ISO certification, Import Export Code (IEC), trade and industry-specific licences — identified, applied for and renewed correctly so your business operates legally and wins bigger clients. Your first consultation is free.
Which licences does your business actually need?
The licence you need depends on what you do — food, exports, manufacturing, or services — and getting the wrong one, or none, invites penalties, seized goods and lost contracts. We map your exact requirement first.
Food businesses need an FSSAI registration or licence (Basic, State or Central by turnover). Anyone importing or exporting needs an Import Export Code (IEC). Buyers, tenders and marketplaces increasingly demand ISO certification as proof of quality. Add trade licences, shop & establishment registration, and industry-specific permits, and it is easy to miss one.
We handle the whole thing — telling you precisely which licences apply, filing the applications, and tracking renewals so nothing lapses. One point of contact instead of chasing multiple departments and agents.
Who this is for
- Food businesses — restaurants, cloud kitchens, manufacturers, traders needing FSSAI.
- Importers & exporters — who must hold a valid IEC.
- Manufacturers & suppliers — needing ISO certification to bid and sell.
- New shops & establishments — needing trade and local licences to open.
- Growing businesses — whose licences need upgrading or timely renewal.
Our licensing & certification services
Every licence your business needs to operate, sell and scale — applied for and renewed on time.
FSSAI Registration & Licence
Basic registration, State and Central FSSAI licences for food businesses of every size, plus renewals.
ISO Certification
ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and more — the quality credentials buyers and tenders now expect.
Import Export Code (IEC)
New IEC, modification and the DGFT compliance you need to trade across borders.
Trade & Shop Licence
Shop & establishment registration and local trade licences to open and run legally.
Industry-Specific Permits
Drug, pollution (CTE/CTO), factory and other sector licences identified and filed.
Renewals & Compliance
Timely renewal tracking so no licence lapses and no penalty is triggered.
Why handle licensing with Prospect Legal
We find every licence you need
A single review maps your exact obligations, so you’re not caught out by a permit you didn’t know existed.
Renewals never slip
We track expiry dates and renew ahead of time — lapsed licences and penalties simply don’t happen.
A registered firm, not an agent
You deal with an accountable private limited company (CIN U74999MP2016PTC041343).
Certifications that win business
ISO and valid licences open doors to tenders, marketplaces and larger corporate buyers.
One window, many departments
FSSAI, DGFT, local bodies and certification agencies — coordinated by one team, not you.
Fixed, transparent quotes
A clear scope and fixed fee per licence, agreed upfront.
How we get you licensed
Requirement map
We assess your activity and list exactly which licences and certifications apply.
Documents
We give you a simple checklist and prepare the application papers.
Apply
We file with FSSAI, DGFT, the certification body or local authority.
Grant
Your licence or certificate is issued — you’re operating legally.
Renew
We track expiry and renew ahead of the deadline, every cycle.
Documents commonly required
- PAN and identity/address proof of the business and owner
- Proof of business premises (rent agreement / utility bill / NOC)
- Business constitution — incorporation certificate or partnership deed
- Product/food category details (for FSSAI) or export details (for IEC)
- Bank account details and cancelled cheque
- Photographs and digital signature (DSC) where required
Key licences at a glance
Requirements vary by activity, turnover and state. We confirm exactly which licences apply to you during the free consultation.
Licenses & certifications — frequently asked questions
Which FSSAI licence do I need — registration or licence?
It depends on turnover. Businesses with turnover up to ₹12 lakh need Basic FSSAI registration; ₹12 lakh to ₹20 crore need a State licence; above ₹20 crore (and importers/large manufacturers) need a Central licence. We assess your case and file the correct one.
Is an Import Export Code (IEC) mandatory?
Yes — any business importing into or exporting from India must have a valid IEC issued by the DGFT. It is effectively lifetime but must be updated (confirmed) each year. We handle new IEC applications and modifications.
How long does FSSAI or IEC take?
An IEC is usually issued within a few working days. FSSAI Basic registration is quick; State and Central licences take longer as they may involve inspection. We give you a realistic timeline for your specific licence.
Do I really need ISO certification?
It is not legally mandatory for most businesses, but it is increasingly required to qualify for government tenders, corporate vendor panels and export buyers. If you sell B2B or bid for contracts, ISO certification is often the difference between qualifying and being rejected.
What happens if a licence lapses?
Operating on an expired licence can attract penalties, closure notices and, for food or exports, seizure of goods. It also disqualifies you from tenders. That is why we track every renewal date and act ahead of expiry.
Can you handle all my licences together?
Yes. Most businesses need several licences across different departments. We map them all, file them together where possible, and manage renewals from one place, so you have a single point of contact instead of many agents.
Which licences does a new manufacturing unit need?
Typically a factory licence, pollution control consent (CTE/CTO), shop & establishment or trade licence, GST, and often ISO. The exact set depends on product and location — we prepare a complete requirement map before you start.
FREE LICENCE REVIEW
Tell us about your business
Share a few details and we’ll call you back within 2 hours with the exact licences you need and a clear, fixed quote.
Get every licence right, the first time
Talk to our team for a free review of which licences and certifications your business needs — and which are due for renewal.
