Fcra registration

Learn more about India’s Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, and how it could affect your nonprofit’s international fundraising strategy. If you are from the nonprofit sector in India, you probably know this acronym by heart. FCRA stands for the I interviewed a few of GlobalGiving’s Indian nonprofit partner leaders to demystify this regulation for you and share top tips on how to maintain a happy, healthy FCRA registration. First, let’s understand what the FCRA regulation is and why you need to get your Indian nonprofit registered under this Act. The Parliament of India enacted the Foreign Contributions Regulation Act in 1976 which was repealed and replaced by a stricter FCRA 2010 to regulate the acceptance and utilization of foreign contributions or foreign hospitality by certain individuals or associations especially, non-governmental organizations or nonprofits. The Act regulates the flow of foreign funds to voluntary organizations with the objective of preventing any possible diversion of such funds towards activities detrimental to national interest and to ensure that individuals and organizations function in a manner consistent with the values of the Indian government. A nonprofit in India cannot receive funding from any foreign national or institution, including GlobalGiving, unless they receive this permission from the Home Ministry of India. Documents, documents, documents—have them on hand before you apply to GlobalGiving or seek foreign contributions! Some of t...

Overview of FCRA Registration All the Charitable trust, societies and Section 8 Company that receives foreign contribution or donation from foreign resources shall apply for FCRA Registration. FCRA registration is done under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, 2010. FCRA stands for Foreign Contribution Regulation Act. The Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, 2010 was enacted with a view to:- • Balance the acceptance and utilization of foreign contribution or foreign hospitality by established individual associations or companies. • Bar on the acceptance and utilization of foreign hospitality or foreign contribution for any activities adverse to national interest and for matters related to therewith or incidental thereto. The certificate of FCRA Registration is issued by the government authority and it is mandatory to obtain the FCRA registration certificate before acquiring or receiving any foreign contribution grants by any registered trust, social institutions, and NGOs. What are the Benefits of FCRA Registration? • Helps those organizations which work for the benefit and better of the public and are involved in the social work. • If the organizations are registered under FCRA, it helps the organization lawfully in receiving the foreign contribution or government aids. • An entity registered under FCRA can receive donations from Foreign bodies. Who are Eligible for FCRA Registration? The Below-mentioned entities are eligible for FCRA Registration:- • Section-8 compa...

NEW DELHI: The home ministry has suspended the foreign funding licence of CARE India over alleged violations of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010. The NGO is part of CARE International Confederation and has been working in India for the past 70 years with declared objectives like ending Government sources told TOI that notice has been served on the NGO suspending its FCRA registration - last renewed with effect from October 1, 2022, for a period of 5 years - for 180 days. CARE India, which works with partners like Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, World Bank, Malala Fund and USAID, confirmed receipt of the suspension notice in an email response to TOI. "CARE India Solutions for Sustainable Development (CISSD) has received a notice from the ministry of home affairs, as per which CISSD's FCRA registration has been suspended temporarily for a period of 180 days. We are working on the clarifications for the government and are confident the temporary suspension will be revoked," CARE India said. The NGO said it has been "serving the country with unwavering commitment and has always complied with regulations to bring holistic and sustainable changes in the areas of health, education, livelihood and disaster response management". As per the auditor's certificate for CARE India for 2021-22, the NGO, which received Rs 377.5 crore during 2021-22 as foreign contributions, was subjected to a tax 'survey' under Section 133A of the Income Tax Act, 1961, on September 7, 2022...

Section 6(1) of the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, 2010 requires charitable trusts, societies, and Section 8 companies that receive foreign contributions or donations to register. A FCRA registration is one that is made under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act of 2010. The procedure for obtaining FCRA registration in India is discussed in this article. Page Contents • • • • • • • • Eligibility for obtaining FCRA Registration Organizations seeking foreign donations for specific cultural, social, economic, educational, or religious programmes can apply for FCRA registration or apply for “prior permission” to receive foreign contributions. A Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company is preferable to an FCRA applicant. The not-for-profit organisation must have been in operation for at least three years before to filing the FCRA application, and it must not have accepted any foreign contributions without prior approval from the government. In addition, the business seeking registration must have spent at least Rs.10 lakh on its goals and objectives in the previous three years, excluding administrative costs. Statements of Income and Expenditure for the last three years, thoroughly audited by a Chartered Accountant, must be submitted to verify that it fulfils the financial parameters. If a newly registered entity wishes to receive foreign donations, the Ministry of Home Affairs can grant approval for a specific activity, specific purpose, and from a specific source using t...

• • • • The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Act, 2020 • Section 220 of the Finance Act, 2018 • Section 236 of the Finance Act, 2016 • • • • Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules, 2012 • Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules 2015 • Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules 2019 • Foreign Contribution (Regulation)(Second Amendment) Rules, 2019 • Foreign Contribution (Regulation) (Amendment) Rules, 2020 • Corrigendum to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) (Amendment) Rules, 2020 • Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules, 2022 • • Exemption for being Foreign Source • Notification specifying Branch of State Bank of India for receipt of FC under Section 17(1) of FCRA, 2010 • Enforcement of the provisions of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Act, 2020 • In Effect of FCRA, 2010 and FCRA, 2011 • Exemption from FCRA, 2010 • Exemption for being foreign source • Accountable penalties in respect of acceptance of foreign contribution without registration/ FCRA prior permission • Details of Investigating Agencies/Authorities in respect of any Offence • Accountable Penalties in respect of late submission of Annual Returns • Compounding of offences under the FCRA, 2010 • Management of foreign contribution of person whose certificate has been cancelled • Notification dated 1st July, 2022 for Compounding of offences under the FCRA, 2010 • S.O. 778(E) dated 20.02.2023 amending S.O. 3025(E), dated the 1st July, 2022 for Comp...

Includes free support Start your FCRA Registration today! NGOs receiving donations from outside India require an FCRA Registration from the Home ministry. We take care of all of the other documentation and follow up with both the government and other legalities so you can focus on the greater cause. FCRA Registration The full form of FCRA is Foreign Contribution Regulation Act. The Foreign Contribution Regulation Act of 1976 is a government law that grants the receipt of foreign contributions or assistance to Indian areas from outside India. Many funds are released by the Indian government and foreign funding agencies for the benefit of the underprivileged. These funds are distributed on a regular basis to non-profit organizations that have received an FCRA certificate. When you want to attract foreign donations, FCRA Registration will help you. If an NGO gets itself registered under section 80G & 12A then the person or the organization making a donation to the NGO will get a deduction of 50% of the donation amount from taxable income. Registration for 80G Certificate • NGO can avail of income tax exemption by getting itself registered and fulfilling certain other formalities, but such registration does not provide any benefit to the person making donations. To provide income Tax benefits to the “donors”, all NGOs must apply for 80G & 12A certification. • If an NGO gets itself registered under section 80G & 12A then the person or the organization making a donation to the N...

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Get FCRA Registration For Your NGO Charitable Trusts, Societies and Section 8 Companies are required to get FCRA Registration. If they wish to receive Foreign Contributions or Donations from Foreign Sources. Get FCRA Registration in India for your NGO with Ebizfiling now. Process starts at INR 8,999/- only. All the NGOs registered in India namely charitable trust, societies and Section 8 Companies that receives investments, contribution or donation from foreign resources shall apply for FCRA Registration Online in India. What is FCRA Registration? The FCRA stands for Foreign Contribution Regulation Act. When any charitable institution wishes to receive funds or donations from foreign entity / resources, they shall register themselves under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, 2010. Under Section 6 of Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, 2010, it is provided that any organization having a definite cultural / social / educational / religious / economic object shall accept foreign contribution / donations only after getting FCRA Registration. Mandatory Requirement For FCRA Registration: • The Organization must be a duly registered organization for charitable purposes. • The Organization must agree to receive foreign contributions only through one specific bank account. • The Organization must be registered under the NGO Darpan Registration. • Organization should have active existence for the last 3 years. Types of FCRA Registration: There are two types of FCRA Registratio...

Change Services • Add A Director • Removal/Resignation of Director • Add/Remove a Partner in LLP • Change in LLP Agreement • Change of Registered Office Address • Increase in Authorized Capital • Change in DIN • Surrender Your DIN • Appointment of Auditors • Share Transfer & Transmission • Company Name Change • LLP Name Change • MOA/AOA Amendment • MOA/AOA Printing Table of Content • • • • • Introduction The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, holds significant importance in India as it governs the acceptance and utilization of foreign contributions by organizations. The FCRA registration process is a crucial step for organizations seeking to receive foreign contributions. It is a complex and time-consuming process that requires careful attention to detail and compliance with regulations. In this article, we will discuss in detail the common mistakes to avoid during FCRA registration and the types of FCRA Registration. What is FCRA Registration? The full form of the FCRA is the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act. When any charitable institution, such as Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company, wants funds or donations from foreign entities or resources, they shall register themselves under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, 2010. Types of FCRA Registration There are two types of FCRA Registration in India. 1. FCRA Registration (FCRA Registration in the normal course): • For getting FCRA Registration, the applicant must be registered and operating as an NGO for...

Change Services • Add A Director • Removal/Resignation of Director • Add/Remove a Partner in LLP • Change in LLP Agreement • Change of Registered Office Address • Increase in Authorized Capital • Change in DIN • Surrender Your DIN • Appointment of Auditors • Share Transfer & Transmission • Company Name Change • LLP Name Change • MOA/AOA Amendment • MOA/AOA Printing Table of Content • • • • • Introduction The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, holds significant importance in India as it governs the acceptance and utilization of foreign contributions by organizations. The FCRA registration process is a crucial step for organizations seeking to receive foreign contributions. It is a complex and time-consuming process that requires careful attention to detail and compliance with regulations. In this article, we will discuss in detail the common mistakes to avoid during FCRA registration and the types of FCRA Registration. What is FCRA Registration? The full form of the FCRA is the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act. When any charitable institution, such as Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company, wants funds or donations from foreign entities or resources, they shall register themselves under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act, 2010. Types of FCRA Registration There are two types of FCRA Registration in India. 1. FCRA Registration (FCRA Registration in the normal course): • For getting FCRA Registration, the applicant must be registered and operating as an NGO for...