EXPATS IN INDIA OR MOVING TO INDIA for Employment or Business

EXPATS IN INDIA OR MOVING TO INDIA for Employment or Business

Foreign nationals?visiting India for more than 180 days on business visa, research visa or employment visa are required to get themselves registered with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office(FRRO). A person must obtain a FRRO registration from a Foreigners Registration Officer (FRO) within 14 days of arrival in India.

The primary function of the FRRO is to oversee the registration and documentation requirements for foreign nationals visiting or residing in India. It serves as the central authority for granting visa extensions, visa conversions, and other immigration-related services.

Key responsibilities of the FRRO include:

1.?Registration of Foreign Nationals: The FRRO mandates that foreign nationals for employment or Business must register themselves with the Local FRRO within 14 days of arrival in India.

2.?Visa Services: The FRRO processes and grants visa extensions, visa conversions, and other visa-related services for foreign nationals which includes changing visa types, issuing new visas, and extending the duration of stay in India.

3.?Residential Permit: The FRRO is responsible for issuing Residential Permits (RP) or Foreigner Registration Certificates (FRC) to foreign nationals residing in India for extended periods. This document serves as proof of legal stay and is required for various purposes, including opening bank accounts, obtaining SIM cards, and accessing certain government services.

4.?Address Verification: The FRRO conducts verification of the addresses provided by foreign nationals during their stay in India. This is done to ensure the accuracy and authenticity of the information provided.

5.?Monitoring and Compliance: The FRRO monitors the activities of foreign nationals in India to ensure compliance with immigration laws and regulations. They have the authority to take action, including deportation, in cases of visa violations or other immigration offenses.

Foreign nationals visiting or residing in India are typically required to liaise with the FRRO for various immigration-related matters. The FRRO offices are located in major cities across India.

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Procedure for Obtaining FRRO Registration

Foreign nationals must obtain a FRRO registration from a Foreigners Registration Officer (FRO) within 14 days of arrival in India.

Steps for FRRO Registration

1. Complete online FRRO registration form
2. Generate a unique Registration number
3. Schedule the appointment with FRRO
4. Attend the FRRO interview (if required) and submit all relevant supporting documents

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For India, Foreigner Regional Registration Office related petitions include

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·??????Exit Permit

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FAQs

1.????Why FRRO registration is required?

Foreign nationals (excluding overseas citizens of India) who are visiting India on long term visa (Above 180 Days) are required to register themselves with FRRO as this is mandatory requirement by the Government of India.

2.????What is e-FRRO?

e-FRRO is the online application system for foreigner nationals to submit their applications and have them processed without visiting physically in FRRO Office.

3.????Who needs to apply for e-FRRO?

e-FRRO is the online portal of FRRO/FRO. All foreigners can apply online through e-FRRO for the following services - Registration, Visa Extension, Visa Conversion, Exit Permit without visiting in person.

4.????Do I need to visit FRRO/FRO office after applying through e-FRRO?

Personal visit is not mandatory but if required then it will be communicated specifically by the FRRO office via email or SMS on your registered mobile number.

5.????Do I need to use my own email-id for registration?

Yes, registrations have to be done through your personal email id. All the important communications will be sent on the same registered email id.

6.????What happens if there is delay in registration or document uploading?

If any of the required documents are missing or the applicant misses the interview, then he/she will be liable for fine or prosecution as per Indian laws. Late or not doing?FRRO registration attracts a penalty of USD30. Fine can be changed from time to time.

7.????Can I apply for my family members through my own ID?

One id can be used to apply for all the family members. But Application forms have to be filled individually for each family member.

8.????How would I know about status of my application?

Updates will be sent on registered email id and via SMS on the registered mobile number. It can also be checked through the login credentials on e-FRRO website.