Can a PIO Cardholder Work in India?

RL Posted by: Ruchika Lobo
• 08 September, 2025
4 Reply

Yes, a Person of Indian Origin (PIO) can work in India without the need for a separate visa or employment visa. For a stay in India under 180 days, a PIO doesn't need to register with FRRO, but if he wants to extend his stay in India, then he needs to register with the FRRO within 30 days.

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  • Dhruv Nayak 16 September, 2025

    A PIO card holder cannot work in the government offices in India. However, you can apply for private jobs in Indian companies as a PIO cardholder.

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      Charu Mehta 17 September, 2025

      Yes, as a PIO cardholder, I have applied for college admission, and I do work in India, but for the government offices and constitutional posts PIO card is not eligible to apply for a job. 

  • Mitali Das 15 September, 2025

    Here are the documents that I have submitted to get my PIO card for the smooth application process:

    • A valid Original passport. 
    • A copy of the expired Indian passport.  
    • Birth certificate of the individual, including their parents or grandparents. 
    • Nationality certificate of the applicant or their parents and grandparents.
    • Copies of the applicant's parents ' and grandparents' passports. 

     

    For the Spouse of a PIO card, you need to submit the documents given below: 

    • An Indian passport or a PIO card of the spouse. 
    • You need to provide the original marriage certificate. 
    • You need to provide four recently clicked passport-size photos. 

     

  • Avni Rawal 10 September, 2025

    A person of Indian origin can work in India without getting a visa, and they also get admission in recognized Indian universities and colleges, including medical colleges, institutions of technology, and engineering colleges, as same as the NRI under the general categories.

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