New Legislation Seeks Stricter Border Control, Streamlined Visa Policies, and Enhanced Security Measures
Lok Sabha Passes Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025
The Lok Sabha has approved the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, aiming to modernize India’s immigration laws by replacing outdated regulations.
Key provisions include:
✔ Unified Legal Framework to streamline immigration processes.
✔ New Visa Categories like Business Visa Plus, Startup Visa, Skilled Talent Visa, and Investor Visa.
✔ National Immigration Authority (NIA) to oversee policies and maintain a digital foreign nationals database.
✔ Mandatory Registration for foreigners staying over 180 days under the National Foreigners Registry (NFR).
✔ Stronger Security Measures, with stricter penalties for violations.
The bill seeks to enhance national security, simplify procedures, and attract global talent and investment.
