Lok Sabha Approves Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, Modernizing India's Immigration Laws

The bill introduces stricter enforcement measures, consolidates outdated laws, and focuses on tracking and regulating foreign nationals to bolster national security and economic growth.

The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, consolidates four outdated laws and introduces a modern framework for immigration regulation in India.
The bill mandates stricter reporting requirements for institutions like hotels, universities, and hospitals to track and manage overstaying foreigners.
It empowers the government to regulate premises frequented by foreigners, including restricting access or closing establishments for specific groups.
Stronger penalties are introduced for immigration violations, with imprisonment up to seven years and fines reaching ₹10 lakh for forged travel documents.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized that the bill balances national security concerns with promoting tourism, business, and development while excluding citizenship matters.