We believe informed stakeholders make better decisions. Our resource library includes
Emigration Act, POE Rules, and compliance frameworks
Ethical recruitment guidelines, contract formats, pre-departure briefing modules
Rights, responsibilities, and overseas employment checklists
Research papers, policy suggestions, and success stories from our members
Prepared by: FIMCA – Federation of Indian Emigration Management
Councils and Associations
Empowering Legal Migration, Ensuring Worker Welfare
This handbook is a guide for Indian jobseekers aspiring to work abroad. It offers practical advice, legal safeguards, and ethical migration guidelines to help you make informed decisions, avoid exploitation, and pursue your overseas employment dream responsibly.
1. Ensure the agency is licensed by the Ministry of External Affairs (Check on
https://emigrate.gov.in)
2. Ask for the RA license number.
The offer should mention: Job title, salary, working hours, leave, benefits, accommodation, and food provisions.
It is mandatory and helps you understand the laws, rights, and cultural expectations of the destination country.
Passport, visa, employment contract, ID proofs, agency correspondence – keep copies with your family too.
Make sure your employer provides medical insurance and emergency assistance contacts.
Know your rights regarding working hours, overtime, leave, salary, and grievance redressal.
Tourist or visit visas are not valid for employment and may result in deportation or imprisonment.
Insist on reviewing all employment terms in your language before signing.
Do not agree to a different job or salary than what was promised in writing.
Avoid unlicensed brokers or acquaintances offering jobs without proper documentation.
Founded as the Employment Promotions Council of Indian Personnel (EPCIP), FIMCA has played a
transformative role in shaping India’s migration governance ecosystem. We advocate for migrant
rights, compliance, and transparency—ensuring that India’s recruitment industry contributes
meaningfully to the $100+ billion remittance economy.
FIMCA works hand-in-hand with the Ministry of External Affairs, Protector General of Emigrants,
Indian embassies abroad, and global stakeholders to streamline migration policy, prevent worker
exploitation, and unlock new corridors for legal labour mobility. We believe that every Indian
emigrant should embark on their overseas journey with confidence, security, and support.
We serve as the collective voice of ethical recruiters and a trusted bridge between Indian talent and global employers.
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