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FCRA Registration

FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) registration is required for any organisation in India that wants to legally receive funds from foreign sources — including donations from foreign individuals, organisations, or governments.

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Overview

FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) registration is required for any organisation in India that wants to legally receive funds from foreign sources — including donations from foreign individuals, organisations, or governments.

This is one of the more involved registrations for NGOs — eligibility requires that your organisation has been registered and actively working for at least 3 years, with a documented track record of work. We help you assess eligibility, prepare a complete application, and navigate the Ministry of Home Affairs process.

Who Needs This
  • NGOs and trusts that want to receive international donations or grants

  • Section 8 Companies and societies engaged in charitable, cultural, or educational work

  • Organisations applying for foreign-funded projects or international collaborations

  • Registered NGOs that are at least 3 years old and have an active track record of spending

Not sure if your organisation is eligible for FCRA? Ask us — eligibility depends on age, registration type, and activity documentation, and we will be direct with you about where you stand.

Documents You Will Need
Registration certificate (Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company)
12A and 80G certificates (if available — not mandatory but strengthens the application)
Audited financial statements for the last 3 years
Activity report or annual reports documenting your work
Bank account details and a designated FCRA bank account (required with SBI)
Details of all foreign contributions received, if any (even without registration)

FCRA applications require careful documentation of your past activities and financials. We will review what you have and identify any gaps before we apply.

How It Works — Step by Step
1

Eligibility review

We confirm whether your organisation meets the 3-year and activity criteria before applying.

2

Document preparation

Activity reports, financials, and application details compiled carefully.

3

We file through FCRA portal

Ministry of Home Affairs online system, with all required documents.

4

MHA review and processing

The Ministry conducts background verification. We track the status and respond to any queries.

5

FCRA certificate issued

Your organisation can now legally receive and utilise foreign funds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Get Started with FCRA Registration?

Reach out today. We will confirm requirements, costs, and timelines before anything begins.

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