The Bill seeks to streamline various services related to immigration and foreigners, including their entry, exit and stay in the country.
- This bill repeals four existing laws Foreigners Act, 1946, Passport (Entry into India) Act (1920), Registration of Foreigners Act (1939), and Immigration (Carriers’ Liability) Act (2000) which governs the services related to immigration and foreigners (refer to box).
- Three of these laws are from the pre-Constitution period brought during extraordinary times of World Wars I and II.
Key provisions of the Bill
- Grounds for Denying Entry or Stay: Foreigners can be denied entry if deemed a threat to national security, sovereignty, public health, or foreign relations.
- Immigration Officers decisions will be final and binding.
- Tracking of Foreigners: Institutions such as educational establishments, hospitals, and nursing homes will be required to report foreign nationals to immigration authorities.
- Other: Stricter Penal Provisions (E.g. 5 years imprisonment or ₹5 lakh finefor entering India without valid documents)
Existing Governance Related Immigration and Foreigners
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