India Overstay Penalty Calculator
Work out your fine for overstaying your Indian visa or registering late with the FRRO, and see whether you need an exit permit. Based on Section 25 of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025.
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How to get your exit permit
- 1Don't go to the airport yetWith an expired visa, immigration can stop you from boarding without an exit permit.
- 2Apply on e-FRROChoose the exit permit service and upload your passport, visa, address proof and a request letter.
- 3Pay the fine onlineThe FRRO opens payment after it reviews your application.
- Download and flyDownload your exit permit from e-FRRO and travel within its validity.
- 1Apply todayEvery slab you cross raises the fine, so file on e-FRRO as soon as you can.
- 2Explain the delayAttach a request letter with your passport, visa and address proof.
- 3Pay the fine onlineThe FRRO opens payment after it reviews your application.
- Download your permitYour Residential Permit appears in your e-FRRO account once approved.
How much is the overstay fine in India?
Under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, the overstay fine in India is ₹10,000 for up to 30 days, ₹20,000 for 31 to 90 days, ₹50,000 for 91 to 180 days and ₹1 lakh for 181 days to one year. Beyond a year it is ₹2 lakh plus ₹50,000 for each further year, up to ₹3 lakh. The same slabs apply to late FRRO registration.
India overstay penalty chart 2026
These slabs come from Section 25 of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, which took effect on 1 September 2025. The fine depends only on how many days you're late.
| Overstay or late registration | Penalty |
|---|---|
| 1 to 30 days | ₹10,000 |
| 31 to 90 days | ₹20,000 |
| 91 to 180 days | ₹50,000 |
| 181 days to 1 year | ₹1,00,000 |
| More than 1 year | ₹2,00,000 plus ₹50,000 for each further year, up to ₹3,00,000 |
Reduced rates: Tibetans, Buddhist monks from Mongolia, and Pakistani, Bangladeshi and Afghan nationals eligible for a Long Term Visa pay between ₹50 and ₹550. Afghan nationals who aren't eligible for a Long Term Visa pay a flat ₹1,000.
Late FRRO registration fines
Missing your FRRO registration deadline is treated the same way as an overstay, with the same penalty slabs. If your visa needs registration, check your exact deadline with our FRRO registration checker and register before it passes.
What happens if you overstay in India
- You can't simply fly out. Once your visa expires, you need an exit permit from the FRRO before immigration lets you leave.
- The fine is paid first. The FRRO collects the penalty before it issues the exit permit.
- The FRRO asks why. Expect to give a justification letter, and in some cases a police verification report.
- Serious cases go further. The Act allows up to three years in prison and a fine of up to ₹3 lakh, and long or repeated overstays can lead to deportation and a ban on re-entry.
How to pay the fine and leave India
- Apply for an exit permit on the e-FRRO portal from where you're staying in India.
- Upload your documents, including a request letter and a justification letter. Our document checklist lists everything for your visa.
- Pay the fine online when the FRRO reviews your case and opens payment.
- Download your exit permit and fly within its validity. Exit permits are usually valid for up to a month.
See our exit permit guide and exit permit processing times for more detail.
Old penalties before September 2025
Many websites still quote the old fines. Under a 2018 Ministry of Home Affairs circular, overstay penalties were charged in US dollars: USD 300 for up to 90 days, USD 400 for 91 days to two years and USD 500 for more than two years. These no longer apply. Since 1 September 2025, the rupee slabs above are the law.
How to avoid an overstay
- Track your visa expiry date, not just your planned travel date.
- Apply for an extension early on e-FRRO if you need to stay longer, before your visa expires.
- In a medical emergency, apply for an extension before expiry with a letter from the hospital.
- Register on time if your visa needs FRRO registration.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the overstay fine in India?
Under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, the fine is ₹10,000 for an overstay of up to 30 days, ₹20,000 for 31 to 90 days, ₹50,000 for 91 to 180 days and ₹1 lakh for 181 days to one year. Beyond one year it is ₹2 lakh plus ₹50,000 for each further year, up to a maximum of ₹3 lakh.
Is there a grace period for overstaying an Indian visa?
No. The official slabs start from the first day, so even a one-day overstay carries a ₹10,000 fine and needs an exit permit before you can leave India.
Can I pay the overstay fine at the airport?
No. You apply for an exit permit on the e-FRRO portal, pay the fine online when the FRRO opens payment, and leave with the approved permit. Immigration at the airport can stop a passenger whose visa has expired.
Is the fine the same for late FRRO registration?
Yes. Missing your FRRO registration deadline attracts the same penalty slabs as an overstay, starting at ₹10,000 for up to 30 days late.
Who pays reduced overstay fines?
Tibetans, Buddhist monks from Mongolia, and Pakistani, Bangladeshi and Afghan nationals eligible for a Long Term Visa pay between ₹50 and ₹550. Afghan nationals who are not eligible for a Long Term Visa pay a flat ₹1,000.
Can I be banned from India for overstaying?
Serious or repeated overstays can lead to prosecution, with up to three years in prison and a fine of up to ₹3 lakh under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, as well as deportation and a ban on re-entry. A short overstay that is reported and paid promptly is usually settled with the fine.
How long does an exit permit take after an overstay?
It depends on the FRRO and your case. Apply as soon as you know you've overstayed, and at least a week before you plan to fly, so there is time to answer any FRRO query.
What was the overstay fine before September 2025?
Under a 2018 Ministry of Home Affairs circular, overstay fines were set in US dollars: USD 300 for up to 90 days, USD 400 for 91 days to two years and USD 500 for more than two years. The rupee slabs replaced them when the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025 took effect on 1 September 2025.
Sources
- FRRO Thiruvananthapuram circular on Section 25 penalties, via University of Kerala
- Penalty slabs under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, The Hans India
- Overstay offence and maximum penalty under the Act, Business Today
- 2018 overstay penalties in US dollars, BAL
- Exit permit guide, Fargo Worldwide
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This calculator gives an estimate based on Section 25 of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, as of 3 November 2026. The FRRO decides the final penalty in each case. Fargo Worldwide is a private consultancy and is not affiliated with the Government of India. This is not legal advice.