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Haldia Port Gains Immigration Checkpoint Status
24 Jun
Summary
- Haldia port is now India's 41st authorized immigration checkpoint.
- The MHA added Haldia to the list via a June 22 notification.
- This enhances international passenger and crew movement at the port.
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has officially added Haldia seaport in West Bengal to the list of designated immigration checkpoints. This significant development makes Haldia the 41st seaport immigration checkpoint in India, enhancing its role as a key maritime hub.
The MHA issued a notification on June 22, formally amending the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025. This amendment inserts Haldia into the table under Category II, which pertains to seaports. The change aims to facilitate smoother international passenger and crew movement through the port.
This inclusion is part of broader government efforts to bolster infrastructure and regulatory mechanisms at major Indian ports. The MHA has previously updated immigration frameworks, including the recent notification on May 29 that designated three seaports in Gujarat as authorized immigration checkposts.
