Bureau of Immigration (BoI) was set up in 1971 and is headed by the Commissioner of Immigration. FRROs and Chief Immigration Officers handle immigration services at various Immigration Check Posts (ICPs) in India.

BoI is responsible for immigration services at ICPs along with registration formalities and visa services for foreigners residing in India, in accordance with applicable Acts, Rules, and Regulations.

There are 114 Immigration Check Posts (Air, Sea, Land, Rail, River) in India catering to international traffic. Additionally, 15 FRROs are located in major cities including Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, etc.

Role of Immigration

1. Control and regulate entry and exit of all persons at Airports, Seaports, Rail, River and Land Check Posts.
2. Regulate stay of foreigners through registration, visa renewal, etc.
3. Identify and take legal action against illegal immigrants.
4. Remove persons violating immigration laws and regulations.
5. Prevent and detect human trafficking.
6. Prevent and detect fraudulent documents and imposters.

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