Interstate Migrant Workmen License
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What is Interstate Migrant Workmen License?
The Interstate Migrant Workmen (ISMW) License is a mandatory statutory license issued under the Inter-State Migrant Workmen (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act. It is required for contractors who recruit or employ workers from one Indian state to work in another state. This license ensures that inter-state migrant workers are legally employed and provided with fair wages, proper working conditions, journey allowance, accommodation, medical facilities, and other welfare benefits. Obtaining the ISMW License helps organizations comply with labour laws, avoid penalties and legal actions, and demonstrate ethical and responsible employment practices.
What are the Benefits of Interstate Migrant Workmen License?
Legal Compliance
Ensures full compliance with the Inter-State Migrant Workmen Act and other applicable labour laws.
Avoids Penalties
Helps prevent heavy fines, legal action, and work stoppages during labour inspections.
Worker Protection
Guarantees fair wages, journey allowance, medical care, accommodation, and welfare facilities for migrant workers.
Smooth Operations
Enables uninterrupted business operations by meeting mandatory labour licensing requirements.
Improved Credibility
Enhances trust and credibility with government authorities, clients, and principal employers.
Eligibility for Contracts
Mandatory for participating in government tenders and large private projects.
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Who can apply for an Interstate Migrant Workmen License?
Labour contractors recruiting or supplying inter-state migrant workers
Construction contractors
Manufacturing and industrial contractors
Infrastructure and project-based contractors
Service providers employing inter-state migrant labour
Any contractor engaging 5 or more inter-state migrant workmen
Contractors and sub-contractors
Maintenance and service contractors
Document Required for BOCW Registration
Role of Shamkris and Process of Interstate Migrant Workmen License
Shamkris adopts a results-oriented approach to compliance with mandatory licence requirements in the organization. A simple and guidance methodology help organisation to achieve licence in a timely manner and cost-effective. Shamkris support 100% in advisory, Guidance, Compliance with respect to license requirements to obtain approval.
The License process described below:
Advisory for the document required
Preparation of documents as per application & list of documents.
Application File
Inspection by the department if required
Liason department
Yearly Compliance if Applicable
Renewal when due
Who can issue the BOCW Registration ?
FAQ
Yes. It is mandatory for contractors employing 5 or more inter-state migrant workers.
The license is issued by the Labour Department of the respective state.
A minimum of 5 inter-state migrant workmen.
Yes, it applies to all industries engaging inter-state migrant labour.
Non-compliance can lead to penalties, fines, cancellation of work, or legal action.
No, the ISMW License is non-transferable.
Yes, the license must be renewed periodically as per state labour rules.