The Immigration Laws in India are determined by the Indian government, and they differ depending on the type of foreign nationals. Generally, foreign nationals must obtain a valid visa prior to entering India.
Depending on the purpose of travel, visas can be obtained from the Indian Embassy or High Commission in a foreign national’s home country. The types of visas available in India include tourist visas, business visas, student visas, and employment visas. In addition, some foreign nationals may be eligible to obtain an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card. This card allows foreign nationals to stay in India for an extended period of time, but it does not provide them with the same rights and privileges as Indian citizens.
Immigration department in India (BOI) was setup in the year, 1971 by Government of India to undertake Immigration function in the country. Department is headed by Commissioner of Immigration and assisted by FRROs for immigration facilitation service at airports and work relating to registration of foreigners under various Acts and Rules.
The main functions of BOI are:
It is pertinent to note that, there are 12 Foreign Regional Registration Offices in major cities i.e. Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Amritsar, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Calicut, Kochi, Trivandrum, Lucknow and Ahmedabad.
There are 12 Chief Immigration Officers in the cities i.e. Goa, Jaipur, Gaya, Varanasi, Nagpur, Pune, Mangalore, Trichy, Coimbatore, Bagdogra, Chandigarh and Guwahati. At remaining places District Superintendent of Police (SP) or the prescribed authority functions as FRO to facilitate foreigners.
To strengthen the Immigration system, a modernization programs viz. Mission Mode Project on Immigration, Visa Foreigners’ Registration and Tracking (IVFRT) has been undertaken by Bureau, with the assistance of National Informatics Center (NIC).
The objective of this project is to facilitate efficient border management, to strengthen the identity management system, to improve security and to prevent illegal migration. The project seeks to develop a centralized system for biometric registration and tracking of foreign nationals. It will capture biometric data and store it in a database. This information can be used to detect fraudulent identities, to track and manage visitor information, to identify and manage security threats, and to facilitate the grant of visas and other immigration services.
In addition to this, the project also seeks to modernize the existing immigration system by introducing online applications, automated document verification and an online visa processing system. This would allow for quicker processing of applications and reduce the time and effort required for processing.
Also, the project aims to strengthen the security of the Immigration system by introducing multi-factor authentication, facial recognition and advanced biometric scanning techniques. This will help in detecting fraudulent identities and preventing illegal immigration. The project also seeks to develop a secure, efficient and cost-effective way to manage and track the movement of foreign nationals. This would help in ensuring that foreign nationals are not overstaying their visas and are complying with the laws of the country. Finally, the project seeks to provide an effective system for monitoring and managing immigration-related services. This would allow for better service delivery and improved customer satisfaction.
Indian Legal Help will help in all sort of Immigration issues faced by non-citizens(Foreign nationals and NRIs) in India. We have a team of experienced lawyers who can provide you with legal advice and assistance in matters pertaining to visa applications and extensions, as well as other immigration-related matters. Our lawyers have a comprehensive knowledge of the various rules and regulations governing immigration in India, and they will be able to guide you through the entire process. They can also assist you in preparing the necessary documents and filing the necessary forms in order to get your visa approved.
The immigration issues that have seen intense political debate and media coverage in recent years are only part of the story.
The different countries sees a constant influx of people hoping to live, work, and study within its borders, and immigration lawyers can help individuals, families, and businesses navigate those various and often complex immigration pathways. A person’s immigration status might impact and intersect with other legal matters too, such as criminal law, family law, business law, and taxation law. Being well versed in immigration law is necessary for lawyers/attorneys practicing in those areas as well.
We represent our clients in courts, or we counsel our clients about their legal rights and obligations related to immigration, among other things. We also advise courses of action based as per our knowledge of immigration law.
For instance, we help citizens of other countries through the process of gaining legal status to work in the other different countries as well as citizens of other countries to establish their business in India with different visa program. This program provides a framework for different employers to hire non- citizens in jobs where their skills are needed.
Individuals hoping to come to India or going abroad to fill such positions must gain approval through a complex and often intimidating process. They (or often the employers hoping to hire them) often turn to immigration lawyers, who provide assistance in completing forms and taking other required steps. The lawyers may also represent clients in dealing with government officials in matters related to the visa application.
Finally, our highly experienced immigration lawyers team pursue other career interests, such as teaching immigration law in law schools. We advise advice incoming students and faculty as well.
We are expertized in handling the criminal cases of non-citizen in respect to the immigration consequences of convictions, pleas, and sentences.
We understand that the process of immigration can be a daunting task, and we are here to provide our clients with the best possible legal assistance in order to make the process as smooth and trouble-free as possible. We will ensure that your interests are protected and that you are able to obtain the visa that you need in a timely manner. If you are facing any sort of immigration issues, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will be more than happy to assist you.
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