1. No. 11/21022/23(22)2020-FCRA-III

Government of India

Ministry of Home Affairs

(Foreigners-II Division – FCRA)

First Floor, Major Dhyanchand National Stadium, New Delhi

Dated: 29th June 2024

Public Notice: Extension of the Validity of FCRA Registration Certificates

In continuation of the Ministry of Home Affairs’ Public Notice No. 11/21022/23(22)/2020-FCRA-III dated 28th March 2024, the Central Government has decided to extend the validity of FCRA registration certificates in public interest. This extension applies to the following categories of FCRA-registered entities:

1. Entities with Pending Renewal Applications:

– The validity of registration certificates, which was extended till 30th June 2024 as per the Public Notice dated 28th March 2024, will now be extended till 30th September 2024 or until the renewal application is disposed of, whichever is earlier.

2. Entities with Certificates Expiring Between 1st July 2024 and 30th September 2024:

– For entities whose 5-year validity period expires within this timeframe and who have applied or will apply for renewal before the expiry date, the validity will be extended till 30th September 2024 or until the renewal application is disposed of, whichever is earlier.

Important Instructions for FCRA Registered Associations

– Renewal Refusal: If an application for renewal of the certificate of registration is refused, the validity of the certificate will be deemed to have expired on the date of refusal. In such cases, the association will not be eligible to receive or utilize any foreign contributions.

– Action Required: All concerned associations must take note of this decision and take appropriate action accordingly.

This notice is issued with the approval of the Competent Authority.

Issued by:

Jeetendra Chadha

Director (FCRA)

Key Takeaways for FCRA Registered Entities:

– Extended Validity: Entities with pending renewal applications and those whose certificates expire between July and September 2024 now have extended validity till 30th September 2024 or until their renewal applications are processed.

– Critical Deadlines: Associations should ensure they apply for renewal before their current certificate expires to benefit from the extended validity period.

– Non-eligibility on Refusal: Associations whose renewal applications are refused will lose eligibility to receive and utilize foreign contributions immediately upon refusal.

For further details and actions, FCRA registered entities should refer to the official notice and follow the prescribed guidelines.

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Stay Updated: For more updates on FCRA registration and compliance, keep an eye on official announcements from the Ministry of Home Affairs.

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