The Economic Times

Union cabinet extends immigration, visa, foreigners registration & tracking scheme for another 5 years

The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) scheme for five more years beyond March 2026, with a budget of 1,800 crore. This extension aims to strengthen and modernize the system to manage immigration and foreigners effectively, following the enactment of a new act.