Can OCI Cardholder Can Open Bank Account in Indian?

SG Posted by: Sanya Ghoshal
• 08 July, 2025
3 Reply

Yes, an OCI cardholder can open a bank account in India with a foreign passport. They can open several bank accounts, such as an NRE (Non-Resident External) account, an NRE (Non-Resident Ordinary) account, and FCNR (Foreign Currency Non-Residents).

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  • Juhi Sharma 16 July, 2025

    Yes, an OCI cardholder can open a bank account in India anywhere and access all the services like quick money transfers, withdrawals, and other banking services to get a smooth financial management. They can also open a joint account with their family members in Indian to manage the financial transactions in the bank account.

  • Rupal Yadav 12 July, 2025

    Yes, an OCI cardholder can open a bank account in Indian, like an NRE, NRO, and FCNR, but he needs to have all the valid documents with him, like proof of India or the overseas address, a valid foreign passport, an Aadhar card, PAN card. With these documents, an OCI cardholder can easily apply for a bank account in India.

  • Samar Kulkarni 10 July, 2025

    Yes, an OCI cardholder can open a bank account in India with a valid passport. He needs to fill out a bank application form and give all the documents for the KYC certification of documents and application form, then at his preferred bank, he can open an NRE, NRO, or FCNR Account anywhere in India.

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