You take certified copies of the order with you and keep that always with you 

carry certified copy of court orders of LOC removal and compromise arrived at with SIL and filed in Hc 

no further documents are needed 

• Carry when travelling:

  • Valid passport.

  • Certified copies of High Court order quashing FIR and specifically removing LOC.

  • Any closure/compromise order copies.

  • If available, written confirmation from Bureau of Immigration/local police that LOC is deleted.

• At immigration:

  • If deletion is updated in the system, you will be cleared.

  • Officers may ask for documents to verify; show the certified orders.

  • Arrive early (3–4 hours before flight) to handle any checks.

• Tip: Cooperate politely, explain the case is closed, and show the court order if questioned.

The high court has quashed the FIR and also passed orders to remove LOC.

You have mentioned that a compromise settlement has been entered into.

If the system at least immigration authorities at Airport still reflects the LOC against you, then you produce the certified copy of court order to remove LOC.

You can keep the certified copy of quash order and compromise settlement ready with you for reference if necessary.

Immigration authorities are not concerned about your case, the High court order removing the LOC as well as a letter from concerned police superintendent in this regard would suffice the requirements.

If it’s removed you don’t have to do anything 

these documents are sufficient 

you dont need letter from local police station 

You may obtain a letter from the police department where your case was registered stating that the high court vide it's order dated.... has removed the LOC.

The police will be having the format 

The reply by the department stating removal of LOC from their records is not sufficient,  the high court should pass an order to this effect which will be the only authentic document before immigration authorities. 

What is the status of the writ petition before high court?

Only the certified copy or authenticated copy of the order for quashing loc order is required during travel 

If LOC is removed by Court order, apply for multiple certified copies of same with covering letters to IO/SP/DCP concerned and send a copy to the nodal officer at: Deputy Director, Bureau of Immigration (BoI), East Block-VIII, R.K. Puram, New Delhi-110066 with request to communicate the same to all immigration authorities manning exist points. Apart from order of Court removing LOC no other document is required. 

You're ready to travel internationally

What you have:

• All required court documents 

• Official LOC deletion confirmation 

Just carry certified copies and fly.

Since the FIR under Sections 498A and 406 IPC has been quashed and the Look Out Circular (LOC) has been formally removed by the High Court, there is no subsisting legal restriction on your travel abroad.

Documents you should carry while travelling:

1. Certified copy of the High Court order quashing the FIR (or the compromise order if relevant).

2. Certified copy of the High Court order removing the LOC.

3. A covering letter from your advocate stating that there are no pending criminal proceedings or travel restrictions against you.

4. A copy of your passport and visa (obviously for immigration clearance).

At immigration:

• If your name has been properly removed from all watch lists, your passport should not flag at the immigration counter.

• However, in rare cases, the system may not be updated promptly. If that happens, you can show the certified court orders to prove that the LOC has been removed and no travel ban exists.

• Immigration officers may briefly ask about the nature of the case, but once you show the orders, you should be allowed to proceed.

Precaution:

• Ensure your advocate has filed an application with the Bureau of Immigration to update their records with the High Court order, so that the LOC removal reflects in their database before you travel.

• Carry both physical and scanned copies of the orders in case they need to be emailed or shown digitally.

In short — once the immigration database is updated and you carry the certified orders, you should not face detention or prolonged questioning.

Thanks and Regards,
Advocate Aman Verma
Legal Corridor

When flying outside India after a case under Section 498A and 406 has been quashed and your Look Out Circular (LOC) has been removed by court order, carrying the right documents is crucial to avoid any inconvenience at immigration.

The key documents you should carry with you are:

• Certified copy of the High Court order quashing the FIR.

• The compromise deed signed by both parties, showing settlement.

• Certified copy of the High Court writ petition order regarding the removal of the LOC.

• Copies of the departmental replies or official communication from the Union of India and police stating that the LOC has been deleted and that you are free to travel.

• It is advisable, though not always mandatory, to carry a no objection certificate (NOC) or clearance letter from the police station where the case was registered or from the police department of the state. This letter should clearly state that the case has been quashed and there are no travel restrictions on you.

Regarding whether immigration authorities will question you or hold you:

• Generally, once the LOC is officially lifted and you have court orders confirming the quashing of the case and removal of travel restrictions, immigration should not detain or hold you for questioning related to the case.

• However, immigration officers have discretion to ask routine questions about your travel and background. Having all the above documents handy will help clarify and speed up the process.

• If asked, present these documents promptly to avoid any delay.

Sample drafting tips for the police letter:

• The letter should be on official police letterhead.

• Clearly mention the FIR number and case details.

• State that the case has been quashed by the court and no charges are pending.

• Mention specifically that the travel restriction (LOC) has been removed.

• Confirm that there is no objection for you to travel abroad.

• Include police officer’s name, designation, signature, and date.

In summary, your FIR quashing order, compromise deed, High Court order on LOC removal, and departmental communications form a strong document set for immigration. Procuring a formal police clearance letter from the local or state police will further strengthen your position and provide added assurance against any travel denial or questioning.

If you would like, I can help draft a suitable letter for the police department to issue, or guide you through the process to ensure all documents are in order before your travel.

1. Send a letter to the immigration department informing about and attaching the Court order for removing the LOC.

2. Carry the certified copy of the said Court Order.

1. Th immigration department is concerned with the LOC only and not about the other things.

2. They are not supposed to ask you about any thing in connection with the dispute.

A letter enclosing the certified copy of the Court Order removing the LOC should be sent well in advance to the immigration department and its delivery record along with its copy should be shown to the Immigration personnel if they ask you about LOC imposed against you. 

1. Al those documents will not be required, 

2. However, you can carry those documents along with for your mental satisfaction and also for showing it in case any immigration personnel goes beyond his jurisdiction and asks for those documents.

- Since, the LOC already cancelled , then you should carry the said order of the High Court 

- Further , you should also send a copy of the same to the police official as well. 

Dear Client,

• What documents do I need to carry with me so that at immigration, I can show them and not be stopped from flying outside India?

You are most likely to not undergo any immigration complications when flying outside India, since the FIR has been quashed, and the Look Out Circular has been officially cancelled by the High Court Order. Notwithstanding, you must carry the following documents to prevent any unnecessary stoppage that may be caused by any technical overlooks,

• Certified copy of the High Court Order removing the LOC
• Certified evidence of quashing the FIR
• Government IDs
• A Cover letter from you advocate explaining you position.

I hope this answer helps. In case of future queries, please feel free to contact us. Thank you.