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Chennai, September 2026 — PRISM, the Corporate parent of OYO, organised a seminar on safe hospitality with focus on foreigner registration compliance in partnership with the Bureau of Immigration (BOI) – Chennai, and local police officials.
The session focused on the Immigration rules and regulations applicable to the hospitality sector, with particular emphasis on the importance of Form III (previously known as FORM-C) compliance for foreign guests staying at hotels and other accommodation establishments.
The FRRO Chennai team explained the process for hotel registration for Form III compliance, detailing the procedure for submitting the required foreign guest information within a definite timeframe. The team also explained the implications of accommodating foreign guests without completing the mandatory Form III (previously known as FORM-C) registration or without duly informing the concerned authorities and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Officials further discussed the potential legal and regulatory consequences that may arise from non-compliance, underscoring the responsibilities of hotel owners and operators in maintaining accurate records and ensuring the timely submission of information relating to their foreign guests, in digital format.
Speaking on the occasion, Praveen Cheemala, Regional Head, South India, PRISM said, “Ensuring the safety and security of foreign nationals visiting our country begins with strong compliance at the grassroots level, and hotels play a critical role in this ecosystem. Through this session, we aimed to equip hotel owners and operators with a clear understanding of their obligations under Form III (previously known as FORM-C), and to reinforce the importance of working closely with the FRRO and local police to uphold safe hospitality standards.”
Immigration Officials from BOI-Chennai added, “Timely and accurate Form III (previously known as FORM-C) submission is not merely a procedural requirement but a vital component of national security and traveller safety. We appreciate PRISM’s efforts in bringing together hotel owners, operators, and law enforcement on a common platform, and we remain committed to supporting the hospitality sector in understanding and meeting its regulatory obligations.”
Representatives from the local police department, along with hotel owners and operators, participated actively in the session. Discussions also touched upon the practical aspects of ensuring compliance and strengthening coordination between the hospitality industry and law enforcement and regulatory authorities.
This initiative is part of PRISM’s ongoing program to promote safe hospitality practices across India. Similar events have previously been conducted in cities including Noida, Chandigarh, Kolkata, Bangalore, Lucknow, and Meerut, reflecting PRISM’s continued commitment towards safe, secure, and compliant legally with hospitality practices nationwide, and to strengthening collaboration between the hospitality industry and government authorities.
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