New Delhi, May 15 -- The Bar Council of India (BCI) on Thursday clarified that foreign lawyers or law firms are not allowed to appear in courts, authorities, or tribunals in India.

Through its 2022 amended rules, the BCI has clearly stated that foreign lawyers or law firms cannot practice Indian law or give legal advice.

A fresh press statement issued by BCI stated that foreign lawyers cannot appear in litigation matters or provide legal advice.

They are only allowed to provide legal advice related to the laws of their respective countries and only in non-litigation matters.

According to BCI, as per the amended rules, foreign lawyers and law firms can only operate in India on the principle of Reciprocity, meaning they can only practic...