Foreigners Division, Ministry of Home Affairs Government of India.
Foreigners visit India for the purpose of Tourism, Business, Medical treatment, Employment,
Study on Yoga, Vedic culture, Indian system of Dance & Music, Research and others.
Every foreigner who visits India has to possess a valid Passport and Visa issued to them
by the India mission abroad. Tourist visa and other types of visas are issued to the
foreigners by India Mission located abroad.
Foreign Nationals coming to India are required to possess a genuine and valid national
passport or any other internationally recognized travel document establishing his/her
nationality and identity and bearing photograph of the foreigner.
Safety Tips: Stay safe, stay aware, and enjoy your travels in Odisha!
- Remain vigilant against pickpockets and snatchers while using public transport.
- Never leave luggage or personal belongings unattended.
- Do not keep your wallet in the rear pocket; use inside or side pockets.
- Store jewelry, passports, return tickets and documents in hotel safe deposit boxes.
- Avoid carrying large sums of cash; use cards or traveler’s checks.
- Do not rely on taxi drivers for accommodation bookings.
- Purchase tickets only from official and authorized centers.
- Avoid discussing personal or private matters with strangers.
- Stay alert to suspicious behavior while traveling.
- Pre-book accommodation during peak seasons or festivals.
- Avoid visiting lonely or deserted areas.
- Use only Government-approved English-speaking guides.
- Exchange currency only through authorized money changers.
- Respect religious shrines, temples and places of worship.
- Obey temple rules and regulations.
- Seek help from police personnel when required.
- Report suspicious bags, packages or vehicles immediately.
- Dial 112 in case of any emergency.
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Foreigners Regional Registration Officers (FRROs) at Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi,
Chennai, Amritsar, Bangalore and Hyderabad and District Superintendents of Police
act as Registration Officers.
