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Eating House License — Mandatory for All Food Businesses

Restaurants, cafes, food courts, dhabas and cloud kitchens must hold a valid Eating House License from the local Police/Municipal authority.

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What is Eating House License?

An Eating House License (also called Restaurant License or Food Establishment License) is issued by the local Police Commissioner or Municipal Corporation authorizing a business to serve food and beverages to the public. It is mandatory for all restaurants, cafes, tiffin centers, dhabas, cloud kitchens, bakeries, canteens, and any establishment where food is prepared and served commercially.

Who Needs This Trade License?

Key Benefits of Getting Trade License

✓Legal authorization to serve food to the public
✓Mandatory for FSSAI food license compliance
✓Required for Zomato, Swiggy and food aggregator empanelment
✓Builds customer trust and hygiene credibility
✓Protects against police raids and municipal action
✓Prerequisite for GST registration as food business

Documents Required

Step-by-Step Process

1

Application Filing

Submit eating house license application to the local Police or Municipal authority.

2

Document Submission

Upload KYC, premises and FSSAI documents through our secure portal.

3

Police Verification

Local police station or municipal inspector verifies premises details.

4

Site Inspection

Inspector visits to verify seating capacity, hygiene conditions and layout.

5

Objection Clearance

Any queries raised by authority are handled by our experts.

6

License Granted

Eating House License issued; display prominently at your establishment.

Timeline & Turnaround

Basic
₹499 · Standard Processing
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₹1,499 · Priority Processing
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₹2,999 · Express + Dedicated Expert

⏱Expected timeline:7–10 working days (Standard); 3–5 working days (Premium — officer follow-up)

Penalty for Non-Compliance

⚠️Warning:Operating an eating house without a license attracts police raids, fines of ₹10,000–₹1,00,000, forced closure of the establishment and FIR under applicable municipal laws.

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  • Application form preparation
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₹2,999one-time
  • Everything in Standard
  • Express priority processing
  • Inspection representation
  • Objection & query handling
  • Annual compliance reminder
  • Free 1-year renewal reminder

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eating House License the same as FSSAI License?+
No. FSSAI License covers food safety compliance, while Eating House License is a police/municipal permission to operate a food-serving establishment. Both are required.
Is the Eating House License required for cloud kitchens?+
Yes. Cloud kitchens must also obtain an Eating House License from the local authority even if they do not have dine-in customers.
How long is the Eating House License valid?+
Typically valid for 1–3 years depending on the state. It must be renewed before expiry to avoid penalties.
Do I need this if I only do home delivery?+
Yes. Even delivery-only food businesses (cloud kitchens) require an Eating House License from the local Police Commissioner or Municipal Corporation.
Can the license be transferred to a new owner?+
Generally, the license is non-transferable. A new owner must apply for a fresh Eating House License in their name.

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