Photo Credit: ANI Foreign nationals coming to India will now have to complete their registration before the expiry of 180 days from their arrival in the country if they wish to extend their stay, according to an official Gazette notification issued by the ministry of home affairs (MHA) on Monday.Taking a stricter approach to delayed registrations, the notification states that registration after the prescribed period will be permitted only under emergent circumstances. The new provision replaces the earlier rule that allowed registration within 14 days after the expiry of the 180-day period from arrival in India.The MHA notified the Immigration and Foreigners (Amendment) Rules, 2026, under Section 30 of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025. The amended rules came into force with immediate effect and revise registration timelines, emergency provisions, reporting requirements and the appeals mechanism.Clarifying provisions relating to children and citizenship status, the notification states that the registration requirement will not apply where either parent is an Indian citizen and wishes to retain the child’s Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Act, 1955.However, if a child acquires foreign citizenship while residing in India, either parent must inform the Registration Officer within 30 days of such acquisition.The notification also revises certain reporting requirements, standardising compliance timelines to a 24-hour window.In a significant procedural change, the amended rules introduce a digital appeals mechanism. Individuals aggrieved by directions issued by civil authorities can file appeals before the Commissioner, Bureau of Immigration, within 30 days through a designated online portal.The rules require the Commissioner to provide the concerned party an opportunity to be heard and endeavour to dispose of the appeal by passing a reasoned order within 60 days from the date of receipt of the appeal.The amendments are aimed at streamlining compliance procedures while tightening norms for delayed registration and strengthening oversight of immigration-related processes.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosShashi Tharoor Calls Full Vande Mataram Rendition At Official Events An “Unnecessary Imposition”Maharashtra 2022 Replay In Bengal? TMC Faces Growing SpeculationYogi Adityanath Issues Strong Warning Over Gau Mata Posts During BakridBengal’s Cut Money Storm: Villagers Receive Cash Back From TMC WorkersLadakh Autonomy Row Deepens As Wangchuk Flags Draft Gaps, Signals Protest Escalation’Apologise Immediately’: Nepal Opposition Rips Into PM Balen Shah Over India Border RemarkAfter Amit Shah Meeting, Annamalai Exit Speculation Grows As New Party Talk IntensifiesCBSE-Coempt Dispute Escalates Amid Conflict Of Interest Claims And Strong Denials’Even Hitler Did Not…’: Mamata Slams BJP Over ‘Police Raj’ In Bengal, Attack On Abhishek Banerjee’Cooker Only’ Audio Row Deepens Congress Rift As Zameer Denies Viral Recording Claims | Watch123PhotostoriesShilpa Shinde gets emotional over the Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai controversy, claims she made a false sexual harassment allegation; recalls being told, “I’ll make you sit at home”Fatty liver disease: Foods to eat and avoid, according to a Harvard doctorHow to store plant seeds carefully: 6 simple tips to keep them viable for years’Peddi’, ‘Parimala And Co’ to ‘Varavu’: Most awaited South films releasing this weekAutism detection alert: Study says new urine test could help spot signs in young children years earlierWhat do snake droppings look like? How to identify them and what to do nextKangana Ranaut’s home is a true Himachali abode with a modern twist: Art inspirations to take awaySuccess quote of the day by Barack Obama: “The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, it’s…”How to make Rava Dhokla for summer breakfastCan yoga be medicinal for cancer survivors? New study shows benefits of reducing anxiety and insomnia123Hot PicksSrinagar airportTN private schoolsShanimol OsmanCUET UG admit cardSouth Korea stock marketITR filing FY 2025-26Dave FijiTop TrendingPunjab Student SuicideDelhi ITO FireWWE Clash Results and HighlightsDelhi Mukundpur LPG BlastNorway ChessSupreme CourtMumbai Air India ColonyBSEB Bihar Sakashmta Pariksha Admit CardNTAJIPMAT 2026 admit card
Foreign nationals coming to India will now have to complete their registration before the expiry of 180 days from their arrival in the country if they wish to extend their stay, according to an official Gazette notification issued by the ministry of home affairs (MHA) on Monday.Taking a stricter approach to delayed registrations, the notification states that registration after the prescribed period will be permitted only under emergent circumstances. The new provision replaces the earlier rule that allowed registration within 14 days after the expiry of the 180-day period from arrival in India.The MHA notified the Immigration and Foreigners (Amendment) Rules, 2026, under Section 30 of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025. The amended rules came into force with immediate effect and revise registration timelines, emergency provisions, reporting requirements and the appeals mechanism.Clarifying provisions relating to children and citizenship status, the notification states that the registration requirement will not apply where either parent is an Indian citizen and wishes to retain the child’s Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Act, 1955.However, if a child acquires foreign citizenship while residing in India, either parent must inform the Registration Officer within 30 days of such acquisition.The notification also revises certain reporting requirements, standardising compliance timelines to a 24-hour window.In a significant procedural change, the amended rules introduce a digital appeals mechanism. Individuals aggrieved by directions issued by civil authorities can file appeals before the Commissioner, Bureau of Immigration, within 30 days through a designated online portal.The rules require the Commissioner to provide the concerned party an opportunity to be heard and endeavour to dispose of the appeal by passing a reasoned order within 60 days from the date of receipt of the appeal.The amendments are aimed at streamlining compliance procedures while tightening norms for delayed registration and strengthening oversight of immigration-related processes.
