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Section 5, Passports Act, 1967 [S1K-334]

As at 6 September 2026. In force from 16 August 1967.

In Passports Act, 1967 [A10-M0D]. This text from 16 August 1967. No other text held.

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Cite: Section 5, Passports Act, 1967 [S1K-334]. Machine: S1K-334.

5. Prohibition of emigration for employment without licence.—No person shall undertake emigration for employment except under and in accordance with the conditions of a licence granted under section 6: Provided that nothing in this section shall apply to emigration for employment undertaken by or on behalf of the Central Government or a State Government.

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Section 55, Passports Act, 1967 [S1K-4NH], 16 August 1967, Band A. "section 5".

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Section 5, Passports Act, 1967 [S1K-334]