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FCRA Registration for NGOs: A Complete Guide
FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) Registration is mandatory for any NGO (Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company) that intends to receive foreign donations, grants, or funding. Without an FCRA Certificate, an NGO cannot legally accept foreign contributions.
1. What is FCRA Registration?
- Applicable to: NGOs, Charitable Trusts, Societies, Section 8 Companies
- Purpose: Legal authorization to receive foreign donations
- Regulated by: Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
2. Types of FCRA Registration:
Regular FCRA Registration (FC-3A):
- For NGOs with at least 3 years of operation
- Must have spent ₹15 lakhs+ on charitable activities in the last 3 years
- Validity: 5 years
Prior Permission (FC-3B):
- For newly established NGOs (less than 3 years old)
- Applies for specific foreign donations from a specific donor
- One-time approval for the particular grant
3. FCRA Compliance Requirements:
- 📑 Annual Filing of Form FC-4 – Due by 31st December every year
- 📊 Audited Financial Statements (Receipt & Payment Account, Balance Sheet)
- 🏛 FCRA Bank Account in SBI New Delhi (Mandatory for receiving foreign funds)
- 📝 Intimation to MHA for Significant Changes (e.g., Change in Name, Address, Key Functionaries)
4. Documents Required for Section 12A Registration:
- 📜 NGO Registration Certificate (Trust Deed/ MOA & AOA)
- 📑 PAN Card of NGO
- 🏛 Details of Board Members/Trustees (Aadhaar, PAN, Contact Details)
- 📊 Financial Statements & Audit Reports (Last 3 years, if applicable)
- 📄 Details of Past Donations & Utilization of Funds
- 📁 Projected Activities & Budget Plan for Foreign Contributions
5. How to Apply for FCRA Registration?
- Prepare Required Documents
- Submit Form FC-3A (Regular) or Form FC-3B (Prior Permission) Online
- Pay Application Fee Online
- Verification & Scrutiny by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)
- Receive FCRA Registration Certificate (Valid for 5 years)
- Processing Time: 3-6 months
Why Choose Panchal S K and Associates?
- End-to-End FCRA Registration Assistance 📝
- FCRA Compliance & Annual Filing Support 📊
- NGO Advisory & Foreign Grant Management 💼
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