The client may call the office for a free phone consultation (404-634-4063) to help determine whether the client is a good candidate for kosher supervision.  The first step is to send in the application.  In most cases, as soon as the complete application is received, a kosher inspection can be set up within a week or two.  The application process includes the following:
 

Complete the application, including information on what is produced by your company, as well as a thorough list of ingredients and processing agents, including those for which certification is not being applied. If certain items on those lists are already certified kosher, enclose kosher certification letters for those items. There is a $75.00 application fee which can be sent under a separate cover or paid with the contract. Outside Atlanta, a travel and initial inspection fee may be required.
 

Once the application has been received, the AKC will review the application and discuss all aspects of the kosher requirements for the facility. The AKC will then set up the initial inspection at the facility.  One of our Rabbinic Coordinators will visit each plant and determine what steps will be needed to grant and continue kosher supervision by the AKC. An analysis will be made to determine how frequently a local Rabbi must visit the production facility and what steps need to be taken to make the plant kosher.

The AKC mails a contract if it is determined that the plant can meet our requirements for kosher certification.  The contract will include all kosher requirements and any applicable fees. Most Atlanta Kashruth Commission certification fees range between $1200 - $4800 annually. The fee depends on the complexity of the facility, location and travel costs and the number of visits required.

A Kosher Certification Letter is granted upon receipt of a signed contract and payment, and when all of the stipulations of the contract are met. This then entitles the plant to include a registered symbol of the AKC on any products or facilities certified in the letter and to advertise that these products are certified kosher.

Congratulations!!!
Your facility has been approved to produce kosher products.