Is There a Limit on How Long OCI Cardholders Can Stay in India Continuously?

DL Posted by: David Lucas
• 09 June, 2025
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No, there is no limit on how long OCI cardholders can stay in India continuously. An OCI cardholder can enter and exit India multiple times for any purpose and can stay in India for an indefinite period. An OCI card is a lifelong visa that permits unlimited visits and stays in India.

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  • Aastha sankhla 10 June, 2025

    With my OCI card, I can travel to India at any time with easy and quick immigration clearance and avoid any errors while traveling to India.

  • Anuj Chatterjee 09 June, 2025

    An OCI card allows me to get equal rights as Indian citizens in the economic sector, financial sector, and educational sector.

  • Harpreet Kaur 09 June, 2025

    I have been living in India continuously for the past 8 months and I never reported my stay of length to any higher authorities or local police.

  • Meena Krishnan 09 June, 2025

    I have an OCI card with me which also acts as identity proof for me because with this I have applied for a PAN card and got a driving license.

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