MHA Extends IVFRT Scheme 2026–2031

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MHA Extends IVFRT Scheme 2026–2031

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MHA Extends IVFRT Scheme 2026–2031

The Union Government has approved continuation of the IVFRT Scheme for 2026–2031 to modernise immigration and visa systems. The scheme focuses on integrated tracking of foreigners and strengthening national security.

Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme:

Dimension Key Details
Scheme Type Central sector scheme funded fully by Union Government
Launch Launched in May 2010
Duration Extended for period 2026 to 2031
Nodal Ministry Ministry of Home Affairs
Implementing Agency National Informatics Centre in collaboration with Ministry of Home Affairs
Purpose Provides modernisation of immigration visa issuance and foreigners registration with integrated tracking system
Objectives Integration of immigration posts FRRO and FRO adoption of emerging technologies strengthening monitoring of foreigners and promoting tourism and business travel
Benefits Provides faster visa processing reduced passenger clearance time and strengthened national security with support to tourism and ease of doing business
e Visa SystemOnline visa application process for tourists business travellers and medical patients
Fast Track Immigration Provides trusted traveller programme with automated e gates at 13 airports reducing clearance time to about 30 seconds
Foreigner Registration Mandatory registration for certain visa holders staying beyond 180 days within 14 days through FRRO portal
Form C Requirement for hotels guest houses and individuals to report foreign guests through Bureau of Immigration portal
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With reference to the IVFRT Scheme, consider the following statements:

1. It was launched in May 2010.
2. It has been extended for the period 2026 to 2031.

Which of the statements given above are correct?