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FCRA Registration – Foreign Contribution Regulation Act

Accept Foreign Donations Legally in India

Planning to accept foreign funds for your NGO, trust, or charitable organization? FCRA Registration under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act is mandatory to legally receive and utilize foreign contributions in India.
At Legal Setup India, we provide end-to-end, 100% online FCRA Registration services – ensuring full compliance with government norms, expert documentation support, and affordable assistance tailored to your organization’s needs.

What is FCRA Registration?

FCRA Registration (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, 2010) is mandatory for NGOs, trusts, societies, and Section 8 companies to legally receive foreign funds or donations in India.
If your organization wants to accept donations from abroad for social, educational, religious, or charitable purposes, FCRA registration is compulsory.

Benefits of FCRA Registration

 ✔️ Legal Gateway to Receive Foreign Donations


✔️ Eligibility for Global CSR Grants & NGO Funding


✔️ Enhanced Credibility & Transparency


✔️ Diversify Funding Sources for Projects


✔️ Open Doors to International Partnerships

Who Needs FCRA Registration?

FCRA is mandatory for:

 

  • Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)

 

  • Charitable Trusts & Societies

 

  • Section 8 Companies

 

  • Institutions receiving contributions from foreign sources

Documents Required for FCRA Registration

  • PAN of the NGO
     

  • Registration Certificate (Trust Deed/MOA/AOA)
     

  • 12A & 80G Certificate (if available)
     

  • Past 3 years’ Financial Statements
     

  • Activity Report
     

  • Aadhaar & ID Proofs of Office Bearers
     

  • Board Resolution approving FCRA application
     

  • Bank Account in SBI, New Delhi (as per FCRA mandate)

Types of FCRA Registration

         FCRA Prior Permission

 

  • For newly registered NGOs (less than 3 years old)

Project-based foreign funding from a specific donor
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FCRA Permanent Registration

  • For NGOs older than 3 years

  • Must have spent at least ₹15 lakh in charitable activities in the last 3 years

 FCRA Registration Process – Legal Setup India

  1. Document Collection & Review
     

  2. 📝 Filing of FCRA Form FC-3A or FC-3B (as applicable)
     

  3. 🧾 Verification by MHA (Ministry of Home Affairs)
     

  4. ✅ Approval and Certificate Issuance

***Processing Time: 60–90 days (subject to MHA approval)

Professional Fees for FCRA Registration

Service

FCRA Prior Permission

FCRA Permanent Registration

FCRA Renewal / Amendments

Fee

₹29,999/-

₹34,999/-

₹14,999/-

Government Fees (As per MHA - Ministry of Home Affairs):

Registration type     

FCRA Prior Permission

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FCRA Permanent Registration

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FCRA Renewal (after 5 years)     
 

Fee

₹5000/-

₹10,000/-

₹5000/-

***Affordable pricing
***100% Online Support
***Expert Filing & Advisory

FCRA Compliance Support

After registration, you must follow annual compliance:

 

  • Filing of FC-4 Return

  • Annual Audits & Reports

  • Intimations for changes (Address/Trustee/Bank Account)


📌 Legal Setup India provides end-to-end FCRA compliance services.

Why Choose Legal Setup India?

 ✔️NGO Legal Experts


✔️Pan India Service


✔️ Documentation & Filing Support


✔️ Timely & Hassle-Free Process


✔️ Post-Registration Compliance Support

FCRA Registration – Service Locations

We serve across India:

Ahmedabad | Mumbai | Delhi | Pune | Bangalore | Kolkata | Chennai | Jaipur | Indore | Lucknow | Hyderabad | PAN India

FAQ

Answers

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Start Your FCRA Registration Today!

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