India Plans FRRO Expansion Across All State Capitals by 2027

The central government has announced plans to establish Foreigners Regional Registration Offices in every state capital by 2027. According to the Union ministry of home affairs, the network has already grown to 20 offices nationwide to better accommodate visitors traveling for education, medical care, and tourism.

Recent additions include offices set up in Jaipur, Chandigarh, Guwahati, Aizawl, and Amravati, alongside three newly notified locations in Kohima, Agartala, and Bhubaneswar. Previously, these areas fell under the jurisdiction of regional offices located in cities like Delhi, Kolkata, and Hyderabad.

The broader rollout is designed to facilitate travel and stays by improving local access to consular and immigration services, including visa conversions and extensions. Officials noted the expansion operates under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, with local support from the Bureau of Immigration.

Alongside physical offices, the government continues to offer 35 online services via the e-FRRO system. These digital platforms cover registration, visa adjustments, and other immigration procedures.