Foreign National Giving Birth In India , Will The New Born Will Indian Citizen?

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    Manikaran

Expert's Answers(4)

  • Kishan Dutt Kalaskar 40 years Exp (Retired Judge)

    Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka
      187 Client Ratings

    Dear Sir, Please contact an Advocate practicing in International laws otherwise you may be misled.

    May 13, 2024
  • Advocate Anik

    Bengaluru, Karnataka
      66 Client Ratings

    Dear client, Here's the information regarding a foreign national giving birth in India on a tourist visa: Visa Validity: A tourist visa is meant for temporary visits, and exceeding the permitted duration can lead to penalties. Giving Birth on a Tourist Visa: There's no legal issue with giving birth in India while on a valid visa. Hospitals will provide medical care. Indian Citizenship for Child: India follows Jus Sanguinis (citizenship by blood) principle. A child born in India won't automatically get Indian citizenship unless one parent is already an Indian citizen. Extending Stay for Birth: A tourist visa extension for childbirth is uncommon. However, you can consult the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) for exceptional circumstances. Here's what you should consider: Visa Extension: Explore options for a medical visa extension if the pregnancy necessitates a longer stay. Contact the FRRO for guidance. Home Country Regulations: Check your home country's regulations regarding childbirth abroad. Some countries have restrictions on travel during pregnancy.

    May 12, 2024
  • Adv M. K. Singh

    Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
      6 Client Ratings

    Child born in India will naturally attain Citizenship of India. For further information regarding Citizenship of India, you are free to approach. Thanks.

    May 9, 2024
  • Adv.Rajesh Kumar

    New Delhi, Delhi
      2 Client Ratings

    If the child is born in India he will get citizenship in india

    May 8, 2024