C form 

C Form: In smaller establishments, the C Form is asked to be filled separately along with the guest registration card. It is a legal document which has to be filled by all foreign nationals except those from Nepal. NRI’s with green cards do not have to fill this card. Children up to 16 years and diplomats from other countries are also exempted from filling C form.Three copies of C form are made, 1st copy is sent to the FRRO, LIU Office or Local Police Station and the second copy is retained as office copy with the hotel within 24 hours of registration. The C Forms of nationals from Bangladesh and Pakistan are to be submitted to the above offices within 12 hours.

FRRO: The Foreigners Regional Registration Office 

Form C is a mandatory legal document that must be filled out by all foreign nationals staying in hotels in India, except for those from Nepal. It is a requirement under the Foreigners Act, 1946 and the Registration of Foreigners Rules, 1992. The form captures essential details about the foreign visitor, their stay, and their purpose for visiting India.

Purpose of Form C:

• Registration: To register the presence of foreign nationals with the local authorities.

• Security: To assist in maintaining security and monitoring the movement of foreign visitors within India.

• Statistical Data: To collect data on foreign tourist arrivals and their activities in India.

When to Fill Form C:

Hotel owners or managers are responsible for ensuring that Form C is filled out by all foreign guests within 24 hours of their arrival.

Information Required in Form C:

• Personal details of the foreign visitor (name, address, passport information, etc.)

• Purpose of visit (business, tourism, medical, etc.)

• Details of the hotel stay (address, duration, etc.)

• Contact information in India and abroad