boi (boi.mha.gov.in): Contacts and Services
boi
Central Government
Updated 14 Nov 2026. Contacts checked 13 Nov 2026.
This is an independent guide, not a government website.
Is this website working right now?
Open this page in a browser with JavaScript to run the live check.
The authentic gateway to the latest travel regulations, visa policies, and immigration services. Established in 1971, the Bureau of Immigration (BoI) operates under the leadership of Commissioner of Immigration. BoI is the primary authority responsible for enforcing the latest rules and regulations governing the entry, stay and exit of foreign nationals in India. Through the network of FRROs and CHIOs, BoI manages immigration facilities across India’s International Check Posts (ICPs). BoI ensures smooth, secure and efficient immigration process for travelers arriving in or departing from India. BoI also oversees registration services and visa-related formalities for foreign nationals residing in India in accordance with relevant Acts, Rules and Regulations.
Reach the department
Protector of Emigrants, Mumbai 4th Floor "Videsh Bhavan", Bandra Kurla Complex, Plot No C-45, G Block, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400 051 Telephone :022-26520023,26520024 E-mail : poemumbai[at]mea[dot]gov[dot]in,
Protector of Emigrants, Hyderabad Regional Passport Office Building, 2nd Floor, 73, Red Cross Road, Shivaji Nagar, Secundrabad-500003". Telephone No. 040-27772557, 040-29556804, Email:- poehyd[at]mea[dot]gov[dot]in
Protector of Emigrants, Hyderabad Regional Passport Office Building, 2nd Floor, 73, Red Cross Road, Shivaji Nagar, Secundrabad-500003". Telephone No. 040-27772557, 040-29556804, Email:- poehyd[at]mea[dot]gov[dot]in
Do it online: useful services and information
How to apply , Official information from the Bureau of Immigration, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
The Immigration and Foreigners Order 2025, regulates the capturing of biometric information as mentioned below:
List of Visas , Official information from the Bureau of Immigration, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
The Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) works under the Bureau of Immigration, MHA. Besides overseeing immigration functions, the office looks after various registration and visa related services for foreign nationals within its jurisdiction.
Foreign Nationals visiting India are required to register with the Foreigner’s Regional Registration Office (FRRO) or the Foreigner’s Registration Office (FRO) as per their visa category and endorsement. Details are as under:
The website
Official sources
- boi | Bureau of Immigration. Read 9 Nov 2026.
- FAQ | Bureau of Immigration. Read 13 Nov 2026.
- Commissioner of Immigration | Bureau of Immigration. Read 13 Nov 2026.
- Contact Support Center/ Help Desk | Bureau of Immigration. Read 13 Nov 2026.
- Downloads | Bureau of Immigration. Read 13 Nov 2026.
- POE Offices in India | Bureau of Immigration. Read 13 Nov 2026.
- How to apply | Bureau of Immigration. Read 13 Nov 2026.
- Identity Information | Bureau of Immigration. Read 13 Nov 2026.
- List of Visas | Bureau of Immigration. Read 13 Nov 2026.
- General Information | Bureau of Immigration. Read 13 Nov 2026.
- General Information | Bureau of Immigration. Read 13 Nov 2026.
- Jurisdiction of Registration Authorities/FRROs | Bureau of Immigration. Read 13 Nov 2026.
- Registration Requirements | Bureau of Immigration. Read 13 Nov 2026.