Registration of Foreigners Act, 1939 alongwith Rules, 1992 see Foreigners Act, 1946

This authoritative volume brings together the Registration of Foreigners Act, 1939, the Registration of Foreigners Rules, 1992, and cross-references to the Foreigners Act, 1946, forming the backbone of India’s legal framework governing foreign national registration, movement, and residence. The book details the obligations of foreign nationals entering India, mandatory reporting requirements, timelines for FRRO/FRO registration, procedures for change of address or occupation, visa-extension processes, and rules concerning hotels, educational institutions, and employers who must report the presence of foreign nationals. It also explains enforcement powers, including inspection, movement restrictions, overstay penalties, and deportation mechanisms under the Foreigners Act, 1946. Specimen forms, compliance checklists, responsibilities of authorities, and frequently invoked provisions are included for seamless practical usage. Each section is supported with editorial notes, cross-referencing, and structured headings for quick legal navigation. Designed for lawyers, immigration officers, corporate compliance teams, and foreign nationals needing reliable guidance, this edition is a precise and complete statutory resource for navigating India’s immigration and residency regulatory system.