FCRA Registration

Obtain FCRA Registration to legally receive foreign contributions and donations for your NGO while complying with the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010.

FCRA Registration is mandatory for NGOs, societies, and trusts that wish to receive foreign contributions or donations. It ensures transparency and legal compliance with Indian regulations.

What is FCRA Registration?

FCRA Registration is a legal process under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, allowing organizations to receive foreign funds for social, charitable, or development activities in India.

Who Needs FCRA Registration?

NGOs, trusts, societies, and non-profit organizations intending to receive foreign contributions or donations for their operations or projects in India.

FCRA Registration Process

  • Step 1: Ensure your organization has been registered for at least 3 years under Societies/Trusts/Section 8 Company.
  • Step 2: Prepare documents including registration certificate, PAN, FCRA account details, governing body information, and activities report.
  • Step 3: Apply online on the FCRA portal maintained by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
  • Step 4: Verification by the FCRA authorities, including background checks of organization and office bearers.
  • Step 5: Approval and issuance of FCRA Registration Certificate, valid for 5 years (renewable).

Benefits of FCRA Registration

  • Legal Compliance: Receive foreign funds legally and transparently.
  • Funding Access: Enables grants, donations, and support from international donors.
  • Credibility: Builds trust with foreign contributors and partners.
  • Operational Growth: Allows expansion of social and development programs.
  • Expert Assistance: Guidance ensures smooth application, documentation, and compliance.

FCRA Registration Assistance

Need Expert Guidance?

Our experts help NGOs with FCRA registration, document preparation, online application, and compliance for smooth approval.

Quick Highlights

  • Legal permission to receive foreign contributions
  • Mandatory under FCRA, 2010
  • Valid for 5 years (renewable)
  • Enhances NGO credibility and transparency
  • Expert assistance from application to approval

Frequently Asked Questions

FCRA Registration allows NGOs and non-profits to receive foreign contributions legally under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010.

NGOs, trusts, societies, and non-profit organizations intending to receive foreign donations or grants.

Registration certificate of the NGO, PAN, FCRA bank account details, governing body information, and activity reports for the last 3 years.

The process usually takes 6-12 months, depending on verification and background checks by authorities.

Yes, NGOs and non-profits must have FCRA registration to receive foreign contributions legally.

Yes, NGOs legally registered in India can apply for FCRA to receive foreign contributions.

FCRA Registration is valid for 5 years from the date of approval and can be renewed.

Yes, experts help NGOs with application, document preparation, submission, and follow-up for approval.