Foreign nationals on Employment, Business (long-stay), Student and similar visas must register with the FRRO (Foreigners Regional Registration Office) within 14 days of arrival and keep their Residence Permit current. We manage the whole cycle for you and your employees' families.
Who needs this
- Every foreign national holding a visa valid for more than 180 days (exemptions: children under 12, OCI cardholders, Nepal and Bhutan nationals). Pakistan nationals must register within 24 hours.
- Employers sponsoring expatriates — the company is the sponsor on the e-FRRO portal.
What we do
- Register the employer and the individual on the e-FRRO portal; prepare Form C and the sponsorship undertaking.
- Handle first registration, Residence Permit issue, annual visa/RP extension, change of address, change of employer/passport, dependant registrations, and the Exit Permit or no-objection when the assignment ends.
- Coordinate with the FRRO Bengaluru office for interviews or physical verification where called.
What you receive
- Registration certificate and Residence Permit; a tracker of every family member's visa/RP expiry with reminders 60 days ahead.
Key deadlines
| Event | Rule |
|---|---|
| First registration | Within 14 days of arrival (24 hours for Pakistan nationals) |
| RP / visa extension | Apply before expiry; we start 60 days ahead |
| Exit at end of assignment | Exit Permit / no-objection where required; combine with the income-tax clearance (see Expats page) |
Documents you'll need
- Passport and visa; arrival stamp; passport-size photographs
- Employment contract / assignment letter; employer's undertaking and sponsorship letter; company incorporation certificate and PAN
- Proof of residence in India (registered lease + landlord ID, or hotel booking + Form C) and Indian mobile/email
- For dependants: marriage/birth certificates (apostilled where required)
Typical timeline
Typically 1–3 weeks from submission, subject to the FRRO's appointment and verification schedule. Indicative. Government processing times vary.
Download the document checklist (PDF)
Questions we are asked most
Who needs FRRO registration?
Every foreign national holding a visa valid for more than 180 days (exemptions: children under 12, OCI cardholders, Nepal and Bhutan nationals). Pakistan nationals must register within 24 hours. Employers sponsoring expatriates — the company is the sponsor on the e-FRRO portal.
How long does FRRO registration take?
Typically 1–3 weeks from submission, subject to the FRRO's appointment and verification schedule. Government processing times vary.
What documents do you need for FRRO registration?
Passport and visa; arrival stamp; passport-size photographs. Employment contract / assignment letter; employer's undertaking and sponsorship letter; company incorporation certificate and PAN. Proof of residence in India (registered lease + landlord ID, or hotel booking + Form C) and Indian mobile/email. For dependants: marriage/birth certificates (apostilled where required).
Last updated: September 21, 2026.