Important: If the applicant is a minor, both parents are required to sign the form in the blank space provided under the section "Application for Minor Child" and have it notarized before submission. paper clip.
Yes, your oci card gives you entry to India like a visa would give. But a valid passport (like with a visa) is mandatory. Don't forget to update your oci card after you renewed your passport as it contains the passport number of your current passport.
Apply under OCI Miscellaneous Service online at Click on "Fill New Miscellaneous Application" Select option "Passport particulars updation" under “GRATIS” service. Upload photo, signature and passport document files. This entire process is done online.
An existing OCI cardholder is required to upload a copy of the new passport containing the photo of the passport holder and also a latest photo (not more than 30 days old) and signature on the OCI portal under “OCI Miscellaneous Services” by visiting ' ' each time a new passport is ...
Kindly note that normal processing time for a new OCI application (based on Indian origin) is 5-6 weeks from the date of registration of the application in the Consulate whereas for re-issuance/updation of OCI Cards, it is 6-7 weeks.
Q. I have recently acquired a new passport; do I need to re-issue my OCI card? A: OCI Card renewal is only required once after acquiring a new passport after turning 20 years of age or if there has been any change in his personal particulars viz. Name, father's name, nationality etc.
Henceforth, an OCI cardholder traveling on the strength of existing OCI card bearing old passport number is not required to carry the old passport. However, carrying the new (current) passport is mandatory.
Affidavit in lieu of originals: A notarized affidavit needs to be submitted that the documents in support of the OCI application are true copies of the original documents, where only copies are being provided (Click here for the format). 13. Undertaking by the OCI applicant (Click here for the format).