If immigration stops you at the airport, stay calm and cooperate with the immigration officer. The officer may ask questions or request additional documents before allowing you to proceed. In India, passengers should carry valid travel documents such as a passport and, where applicable, a visa.
What you should do:
Remain calm and polite — do not argue or become aggressive.
Answer questions honestly and clearly. If you do not know an answer, say so rather than guessing.
Provide the requested documents, such as your passport, visa, boarding pass, return/onward ticket, hotel booking, or other supporting documents.
Ask politely why you have been stopped and whether any additional document or clarification is required.
Check your travel details to make sure there is no issue with your passport, visa, ticket, or other required authorization.
If the matter is serious or you are formally detained or refused entry/departure, ask what decision has been made and what the next procedure is. Immigration authorities have legal powers to examine travel documents and, in certain circumstances, restrict entry or departure.
Do not sign anything you do not understand. If necessary, request appropriate legal or consular assistance.
Being stopped does not necessarily mean you have committed an offence. Sometimes immigration officers simply need additional verification or clarification before making a decision.
