The definitive guide to Form C reporting for hotels, corporates, startups, hospitals, and every entity hosting foreign nationals.
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Mandated under Section 14 of the Foreigners Act, 1946 and Rule 14 of the Registration of Foreigners Rules, 1992. A mandatory online submission to the Bureau of Immigration.
Form C is a host-filed notification. FRRO Registration is separate — required for stays beyond 180 days. Form C supports FRRO but both are distinct obligations.
Entirely online via indianfrro.gov.in. Hosts register, submit electronically, and receive an e-Form C receipt to share with the guest.
Hotels, guesthouses, hostels
Guesthouses, serviced apts
Factory guesthouses
Inpatient foreign care
Short-term rentals
Shared accommodations
University hostels
Ashrams, dharamshalas
| Nationality | Deadline | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan, China, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Iran | 12 hours of check-in | Urgent |
| All other nationalities | 24 hours of check-in | Standard |
| Nepal & Bhutan | Not required | Exempt |
| Departure / Check-out (all) | Mandatory under 2025 Rules | New 2025 |
Visit indianfrro.gov.in. Create account, upload establishment docs and authorization letter.
FRRO/FRO reviews and activates your establishment's portal account.
Log in, navigate to 'Form C' under services. Start a new submission per guest.
Passport, visa, photo, travel history, accommodation, contact info, purpose of visit.
Receive e-Form C receipt instantly. Retain copy and provide one to the guest.
Under 2025 rules, file check-out information when the guest leaves.
Ignorance is not a defense — enforcement is active across India
Significant financial penalties on the accommodation provider
Imprisonment up to 5 years for property owners
Foreign nationals denied future visa applications
License issues, closure, reputational damage
In 2013, hospital staff in Pune were arrested for failing to file Form C for a foreign patient with a bullet injury — enforcement is real and active across India.
Personal relationship manager
Complex compliance challenges
Visa, payroll, tax — one roof
Proven expat management
