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Organization comes under Section 8 company, local authorities, society, charitable trusts, and so on need a contribution from a foreign source. Thus, it is necessary to get registered under FCRA full form the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act 2010. Above all, if any organization is not having FCRA certificate, then it is not permitted for funding from foreign countries. So online fcra registration becomes necessary in case of foreign donation. Here you will get a complete guide of fcra registration of NGO and fcra online services.

Types of FCRA Registration .

There are two types of FCRA registration. You must know both so that it becomes easy to identify which one is needed-

Prior permission FCRA Registration

This is for a newly registered organization to receive financial help from foreign countries and sources. Consequently, there are some least requirements, these are as follows-

• There must be a purpose for funding.

• Must provide the whole details of the foreign owner or donor.

• The amount which foreign owner is going to contribute.

Proper FCRA registration.

To get FCRA registration, the organization or trust must meet all below-mentioned requirements-

• An organization or applicant must have a registration and work for at least 5-years.
• In the past 3-years, the organization must spend at least 10 Lakh to achieve goals.

Note: Without including administrative expenditure.

• Account statement for the last 3-years available at the time of registration.

The main reason behind the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act 2010

There is two main motive behind creating the FCRA Act. It is for the contribution made by foreign countries to any firm, association, or trust-

• Prohibit use and acceptance of hospitality or contribution made by a foreign source. It is to any practice incompetent for public interest and issues identified with or after it.
• Control the use and acceptance of hospitality or contribution made by the foreign source in any association or trust.

Benefits of FCRA Registration

Any NGO, section 8 company, trust, or society receive their FCRA registration. As a result, they can reach all the below-mentioned bodies for donation purpose-

• BORDA
• Oxfam
• SWISSAID
• GIFRID
• AUSAID
• UNESCO
• British High commission
• New Zealand High Commission
• Canadian High commission
• European Commission
• Japanese Embassy
• Infinity Foundation

If you are willing to get all these benefits, then contact us for fcra online service through us and get your FCRA registration number now.

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Things to do before taking FCRA online service

• Applicant must have DARPAN ID, which you can receive from NITI Ayog Portal.
• Upload documents and Pay fees Online.
• Have definite programs like economic, cultural, social, or educational. And work in that particular field to benefit society.
• Particular Foreign Contribution Bank Account.
• Able to provide a separate audit report for both official and FCRA account.

Things to avoid during FCRA 

• Never mix the receipts of domestic or personal account with a foreign contribution.
• Do not make any changes in your purpose after applying for the FCRA service.
• Avoid using ATM or Debit cards. Usually, the Foreign Contribution bank does not provide any ATM or Debit card. Meanwhile, if you have, then do not use for any cash payments.
• Say no to cash withdrawals to take full benefits.
• Never invest your Foreign Contribution funds in any investment or liquid funds. For Instance, mutual funds, trading, and so on.
• Avoid foreign hospitality especially if you are on a foreign tour.
• Do not use FC for any type of administrative or personal work.
• If your FCRA registration is on hold, canceled, or permission not granted, then do not accept foreign contribution.
• Never accept Foreign Contribution in any bank account other than FC account.
• Never miss any mandatory annual returns that come under Section 18.

Moreover, if you avoid all these mistakes then this will help you in the smooth working of your firm or trust.

Eligibility to get FCRA registration

 

As simplified above, FCRA registration is a must for all non-government organizations and trust. (Who are getting any financial support from a foreign source). Now it is about eligibility to get an FCRA certificate. The first thing to get registered is: the applicant must not be a profit-making organization secondly they are not forbidden under Section 3 of FCRA (2010). Only limited things are acceptable these are as follows

• In case of a trust, must be under the Indian Trust Act 1882.
• In the case of society, must be registered under the Society Registration Act of 1860.
• Section 8 companies

Not only eligibilities but also few motives are there. The Organization who is going to apply for FCRA registration must have at least one of these-

• Promotion of art
• Region
• Education
• Health
• Culture

Various other things are there that have to be well-thought-out while FCRA registration. Meeting with any eligibility will consider your organization to take the benefits. For instance, save money on tax, get enough contribution from foreign sources, etc.

FCRA registration documents required

Following documents are obligatory to submit while applying for registration of FCRA-

• Last 3-years bank or audit statement.
• Last 3-years activity report.
• Association’s registration certificate.
• Memorandum or deed.
• Self certified copy of incorporation certificate of trust, society or section 8 company.
• PAN of NGO
• Certificate obtained under section 80G and 12A of Income Tax. Section 80G and 12A provide tax exemption to NGOs under the Income-tax Act.

In the case of Prior Permission FCRA Registration. Association or trust has to submit a Report of the project, commitment letter, or agreement from the organization of the donor. Three-year activity and audit statements must be there with the report. If you forget to attach, then your application might not be accepted for fcra online services. So, try to make a checklist and work accordingly.

Online FCRA registration procedure with Tax Advisory

Fcra registration is done online. If you want Tax Advisory for fcra online services than you just have to send us the documents as explained above and we will do your fcra registration with fcra online login. FCRA registration fees is 18999/- (inclusive of all taxes).

FCRA registration renewal 

To extend the validity, because your previous FCRA registration is going to expire in or after six months. It is necessary to renew the registration. Thus, you will be able to make all payments legally. Fcra ngo will help you to continue receiving support from foreign countries without facing any legal problem.

Note: Apply for renewal of FCRA registration six months prior.

Required documents for renewal of FCRA registration or fcra renewal checklist

Following documents are most important for fcra renewal-

• MHA issued an FCRA registration certificate.
• Association’s certificate of registration.
• Deed or memorandum of Trust.

FCRA registration renewal process  

• Visit the official site of FCRA.
• Click on ‘Application for Renewal of FCRA Registration  under fcra login page option

• You will be sent to a new page. Click ˜Apply Online  to continue.

• Enter your registered user ID and Password, then click ˜Login.
• Now an option appears in the drop-down menu I am applying for FCRA license renewal’
• Once done, then follow the above-mentioned steps from 12 to 24.

Following all the steps, you will get your fcra registration number (Valid for five years). It is legal permission to receive any contribution or financial help from foreign countries.

FCRA license registration fees

A prior permission application requires the fees of ₹ 1000. Even though the application for new registration will cost a fee of ₹ 2000. The fee for granting the fcra online services like registration is payable at the ""Pay and Accounts Officer, Ministry of Home Affairs,"" New Delhi. It will be sent by draft or check by the applicant. If you are applying online or taking the help of a Charted Accountant, then use the most preferred option to pay the fees for registration.

Check FCRA registration status or fcra online renewal status

Do not forget to track or know the fcra online status of your application. For that, you have to follow the following steps-

1. Open FCRA official site.
2. Click ‘Track your application’

1. Choose the type of application you have applied to.
2. Fill in your MHA (Ministry of Home Affairs) File number and Date of Birth (If asked).
3. Click ‘Submit’

However, nobody needs to miss any significant information since they need to evade future troubles. Missing it can forbid from taking foreign contributions. Accordingly, attempt to take help of the best Charted Accountant. CA may help you in getting your Foreign Contribution and Regulation Act registration certificate in India. FCRA registration consultants make it simple so that, a firm can work without legal restrictions. You can mail at taxadvisory.in@gmail.com or call at-8077361475 for fcra online services

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