Effective Sept. 1, 2025, India enacted a unified, digital immigration law.
Key Rules
- Fraud Penalties: 2–7 years' imprisonment and fines of INR 100,000–1,000,000 for fraudulent documents.
- Institutional Reporting: Hotels, schools, and hospitals must report foreign residents or face penalties.
- Carrier Requirements: Airlines and shipping firms must submit advance passenger and crew data.
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