jkpolice.gov.in Foreigner’s Registration : Jammu & Kashmir Police Department

Organisation : Jammu & Kashmir Police Department
Facility : Foreigner’s Registration
Applicable For : Jammu & Kashmir
Website : http://www.jkpolice.gov.in/Foreigners-Registration

Foreigner’s Registration :

There are three Foreigners Registration Offices (FROs) i.e
** Senior Superintendent of Police, CID SB Jammu

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** Senior Superintendent of Police, CID SB Kashmir
** Senior Superintendent of Police, Leh
A Pakistan National has to report within 24 hours after arrival while-as other Foreigners have to report within 14 days after arrival to FRO for registration.

Guidelines for Tourists & Foreigners :
Jammu and Kashmir Police would like to make your visit to our exciting state as pleasant and safe as possible. You can help us further by following these simple tips while touring Jammu and Kashmir.
** Carry your wallet in an inside jacket pocket or side pocket of the trousers, never in the rear pocket.

** Leave valuables and important papers, such as jewelry and passports, secured in your hotel’s safe deposit box. Never leave these items unattended in your room or carry large sums of cash on your person.

** Be wary of unexpected persons coming to your hotel room. Never open the door to unsolicited room service or maintenance people.

** Never leave luggage or other expensive items, unattended at airports, Bus Stands or taxi stands.
** Wherever available, it is advisable to use pre-paid taxis/auto rickshaws or, pay by meter or ask for the fare chart.

** In the main tourist centres, the rates of porters are fixed. For hiring porters and pack animals – especially for treks – these are normally negotiated.
** In case of any theft/loss, immediately contact the nearest Police Station

FAQs :
1) What is a Passport?
“Passport” is an official document, issued by competent authority on behalf of a sovereign nation state, certifying the holders identity and nationality, & authorizing the holder to travel abroad.

2) Where is the passport application form available?
Passport application forms are available at Regional Passport Offices.

3) What are the fees for issuing a passport ?
1. Fresh Passport ( 36 pages ) of 10 years validity- Rs. 1,000.
2. Fresh Passport ( 60 pages ) of 10 years validity – Rs. 1,500.
3. Fresh Passport for Minors ( Below 15 years of Age ) of 5 years validity – Rs.600

4) What is the procedure if the passport is lost?
A complaint should be lodged in the concerned local police station and thereafter, an application for a new passport should be submitted.
5) How many days are required for police verification?
The verification procedure takes about 3 weeks from the receipt of the application.

6) What are the documents required to apply for a passport?
Attach two copies of the following documents :
1. Applicant’s Ration Card or any of the following documents.
a) Telephone Bill.
b) Electricity Bill.
c) Bank Account Passbook.
d) Election Card.
e) Letter from the Society on letterhead.
f) NOC from the department if applicant is a Government servant.

2. Proof of date of birth : School leaving certificate / Birth certificate.
3. Citizenship documents (If applicant is citizen of India by registration or naturalization).

4. If the applicant does not reside on the present address for the last one year, an additional set of personal particulars form for each additional place of residence is required.

5. Colour Photographs (frontal view).
6. Two photographs are required for verification at the local police station.

7) What is the procedure if the applicant is minor?
Attach following additional documents :
a) Affidavit by legal guardian (if parents are not legal guardians).

b) Affidavit by two responsible persons who know the legal guardian as well as the minor.
c) Attested photocopy of passport if any, of both parents, incorporating their present marital status.