Section 14B

Penalty for using forged passport.

The Foreigners Act, 1946

  • Act 31 of 1946
  • Ministry of Home Affairs
  • Department of Internal Security
About this Act

An Act to confer upon the Central Government certain powers in respect of foreigners

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    Whoever knowingly uses a forged passport for entering into India or remains therein without the authority of law for the time being in force shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than two years, but may extend to eight years and shall also be liable to fine which shall not be less than ten thousand rupees but may extend to fifty thousand rupees.

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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