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FRRO Registration (New Arrival)

Mandatory registration within 14 days of arrival for all long-term visa holders.

All foreign nationals visiting India on a long-term visa (validity above 180 days) must register with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) or the Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) having jurisdiction over their place of stay, within 14 days of arrival. On successful registration, a Residential Permit (RP) is issued, which is your legal proof of stay in India.

Registration is done online through the e-FRRO portal. While the portal is designed to be paperless, the application is frequently rejected or sent back for incorrect document uploads, mismatched addresses or missing sponsor undertakings.

How we help

  • Creating and verifying your e-FRRO account
  • Preparing a complete, correctly formatted document set
  • Filing the application and tracking status daily
  • Responding to FRRO queries and re-uploads
  • Downloading and explaining your Residential Permit

Who needs this service?

Every foreign national entering India on a visa valid for more than 180 days – Employment, Student, Research, Medical, Project, Entry (X), Journalist, Missionary and similar categories.

Pakistani nationals must register within 24 hours and Afghan nationals within 7 days of arrival, regardless of visa duration.

Documents required

  • Passport (bio page) and Indian visa page
  • Arrival stamp / immigration slip
  • Recent passport-size photograph (white background)
  • Proof of Indian address – lease agreement or Form C from hotel / host
  • Employer / institution letter (Employment, Student, Research visas)
  • Medical certificate & hospital letter (Medical visa)
  • Undertaking from Indian host / sponsor where applicable

Requirements may vary by FRRO office and individual circumstances. We confirm the exact list during your consultation.

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Arrived in India recently? The 14-day clock is ticking.

Late registration attracts penalties and can affect future visa applications. Talk to us today and let our experts file your e-FRRO application correctly the first time.

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