Indian OCI sample application

The OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) card is a document that provides individuals of Indian origin with Overseas Citizenship of India status. It’s essential to note that an OCI card doesn’t confer full citizenship; instead, it grants a form of permanent residency. This status comes with certain rights and privileges in India, including visa-free travel, opportunities for work and study, and the ability to own property.¹

For first-time applicants, Visas for Future offers a sample of the India OCI card as a guide, along with a stress-free service to facilitate the application process; our straightforward application procedure ensures ease, and our dedicated customer support team is always available to assist you with any problems or questions that may arise during the application.

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What We’re Offering

We offer India OCI processing service. Our service will process your application within two business days, after which you will receive your OCI card within seven to eleven weeks.

• Unlimited stay.²
• Multiple entries.²
• The $368 fee is (Including the Government fee).

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Sample application for an Indian OCI

Step 1: To initiate the India OCI application process, visit Visas for Future. Select the India OCI option and click on the “Get India OCI Now” button to access the order form.

Fill out the online order form with the following details:

• Enter your full name
• Include your email address
• Specify the place of submission
• Fill in OCI order details
• Ensure to check the terms and conditions box

Step 2: Pay the $368 fee (Including Government fee) using credit cards or debit cards. Then, proceed by clicking the “Complete Purchase” button to move forward with the intake form.

Step 3: Complete the intake form.

Fill out the online intake form with the following details:

Personal Information:

• Full name (as in passport)
• Date of birth
• Place of birth
• Nationality
• Zip code
• Contact number
• Marital status

Passport Information:

• Passport number
• Issue date
• Expiry date
• Passport place issue
• Previous passport number

Applicant Occupation Details:

• Occupation
• Address of employer
• Address line 2
• Contact number of employer

Answer the following questions:

• Please read the question carefully and answer honestly.

Parts of an Indian OCI application

Personal Information:

• Full name (as in passport)
• Email address
• Details of the place where the application is being submitted
• Gender
• Date of birth
• Place of birth
• Nationality
• Zip code
• Contact number
• Marital status

Passport Information:

• Passport number
• Issue date
• Expiry date
• Passport place issue
• Previous passport number

Applicant Occupation Details:

• Occupation
• Address of employer
• Address line 2
• Contact number of employer

Answer the following questions:

• Please read the question carefully and answer honestly.

Upload Documents:

• Upload supporting documents you have (Employment/work letter, Indian passport, Indian origin proof, Indian Visa, joint declaration of subsisting of marriage, marriage certificate, PIO card, Relationship Certificate, spouse OCI card, spouse passport)

Tips in filling out OCI application

Here are some tips for filling out your OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) application:

1. Read Instructions Carefully: Take a moment to go through the instructions provided with the application form.
2. Use Sample Applications( If available): Check out sample OCI applications for guidance. They serve as handy examples, illustrating how to fill out each section correctly.
3. Provide Accurate Information: Fill in all details accurately, especially names, dates, and personal information.
4. Review before submitting: Thoroughly review your personal information and intake form answers before submitting your application to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Documents and Items needed for your OCI application

Obtaining an Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card requires submitting specific documents to demonstrate your eligibility and fulfill application requirements. To ensure a smooth and efficient process, it’s crucial to gather the correct documentation well in advance.³

Essential Documents

• Current Valid Passport: Ensure it has at least six months’ validity from the application date.
• Passport-size Color Photographs: Two recent photos meeting size and background specifications as outlined on the official OCI website.
• Completed Online Application Form: Fill out the OCI application online and print a copy.
• Declaration Form: Download and complete the declaration form provided on the official website.

Proof of current citizenship

• Provide a copy of the current valid passport with a minimum validity of six months at the time of application submission.
• Include a copy of the certificate of registration of citizenship/naturalization (as applicable) for the current nationality of the applicant.
• For those who surrendered their Indian passport in or after 2010, submit the canceled/surrendered Indian passport with the Surrender Certificate.

Evidence of the address of the place of application

• Submit a copy of the electricity bill/telephone bill in your name, your parents’, grandparents’, or spouse’s name.
• If the bill is in another relative’s name, include an undertaking from the relative stating that the foreigner is residing with them.
• Provide a lease license for tenants.

If the application is submitted in India

• Include a copy of any long-duration visa (excluding Tourist Visa, Missionary Visa, and Mountaineering Visa) with at least three months of validity at the time of application. Additionally, provide the Residential Permit/Registration Certificate issued by the jurisdictional FRRO/FRO.

Evidence of self or family’s Indian origin

• Include a copy of the Indian Passport, Domicile Certificate, Nativity Certificate, or PIO/OCI card of parents/spouse, along with documents substantiating Indian heritage.
• Submit any other proof supporting the request, such as a certificate of residence or place of birth from the First Class Magistrate/District Magistrate.

Evidence of relationship for OCI registration based on Indian origin

• Present a birth certificate issued by a competent authority mentioning both parents’ names. If issued by a foreign authority, apostille or endorsement by the concerned Indian Mission abroad/foreign Mission in India is required.
• In the case of divorced parents, include the court order of dissolution of marriage specifying the legal custody of the child. If in a foreign language, provide an English or Hindi translation by an authorized translator.
• Include a birth certificate supported by education documents and documents of inherited landed property.

For a minor child with Indian citizen parents

• Include the child’s birth certificate.
• Submit the marriage certificate of the parent or provide reasons if unavailable.
• Include a copy of the Indian passport of the parents or domicile/nativity certificate or any other proof substantiating their Indian citizenship.

For spouses of Indian citizens or OCI cardholders

• Provide a registered marriage certificate.
• In the case of an Indian citizen spouse, submit a copy of their Indian passport or domicile/nativity certificate.
• For an OCI cardholder spouse, include a copy of their valid passport and OCI card, along with documents used for the OCI card application.
• Include a declaration from the Indian/OCI cardholder spouse regarding the surrender of the OCI card in case of divorce/separation/death of the foreign spouse.

Note: Specific guidelines for submitting marriage certificates apply based on whether the marriage was solemnized in India or a foreign country, requiring certification or apostillation as applicable. An authorized translator should provide translations of documents in foreign languages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Ministry of Home Affairs. (2021). Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) Cardholder Frequently Asked Questions, Retrieved December 21, 2023,< https://www.mha.gov.in/sites/default/files/OCIFAQs_23072021.pdf> [↩]
2. Ministry of Home Affair. (2021). Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) Cardholder Frequently Asked Questions, Retrieved December 21, 2023,< https://www.mha.gov.in/sites/default/files/OCIFAQs_23072021.pdf> [↩] [↩]
3. Embassy of India, Manila, Philippines. (2023). Eoimanila.gov.in, Retrieved December 21, 2023,  <https://www.eoimanila.gov.in/> [↩]

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