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Fire NOC (fire license) in Goa

Who needs a fire licence in Goa, the official fee, documents and where to apply.

Fees checked: 27 Sep 2026

Issued by
Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services, Goa
Official fee
₹150 a year (restaurants up to 50 seats) (no fee for the initial NOC; restaurants and hotels above 50 seats pay ₹10 per sq m)
for a small eating house
Validity
1 year, renewed every year

Official fee Checked on official site Source

What it is and who needs it

Fire safety clearance based on occupancy, area, height and fuel use. Eating houses using LPG, larger premises and taller buildings. Delhi: restaurants over 50 seats or 90 sq m.

In Goa it is issued by the Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services, Goa.

Under the Goa Fire Force Act and Rules, 1997. The initial NOC is free; the final NOC fee depends on the category. Restaurants, bakeries and eating houses with up to 50 seats pay ₹150 per NOC per year. Apply on Goa Online.

Under the Goa Fire Force Act and Rules, 1997. The initial NOC is free; the final NOC fee depends on the category. Restaurants, bakeries and eating houses with up to 50 seats pay ₹150 per NOC per year. Apply on Goa Online.

Official fee

CityFeeValiditySource
Panaji₹150 a year (restaurants up to 50 seats)no fee for the initial NOC; restaurants and hotels above 50 seats pay ₹10 per sq m1 year, renewed every yearChecked on official site Source

Fees and rules change and can differ between offices. Confirm the fee on the official portal before you pay.

Documents to keep ready

  • Building plan and occupancy certificate
  • Floor area and exits
  • Fire extinguishers, alarms and signage
  • LPG storage details (food businesses)

Steps to apply

  1. Collect the documents listed here.
  2. Apply online at goaonline.gov.in.
  3. Pay the official fee: ₹150 a year (restaurants up to 50 seats) (no fee for the initial NOC; restaurants and hotels above 50 seats pay ₹10 per sq m).
  4. Keep the certificate safe. Validity: 1 year, renewed every year.

Where to apply

Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services, Goa. Official portal: goaonline.gov.in.

Common questions

Do I need a fire licence or NOC in Goa?
Eating houses using LPG, larger premises and taller buildings. Delhi: restaurants over 50 seats or 90 sq m.
How much does a fire licence cost in Goa?
For a small eating house the official fee is ₹150 a year (restaurants up to 50 seats) (no fee for the initial NOC; restaurants and hotels above 50 seats pay ₹10 per sq m). The fee depends on the area of the premises.
Who issues the fire licence in Goa?
The Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services, Goa, on goaonline.gov.in.
How long is a fire licence valid in Goa?
1 year, renewed every year.
Is Govt License a government website?
No. Govt License is an independent guide. We link to the official government portals where you apply and pay. Always confirm the fee on the portal before paying.