What is the Process to Convert a PIO to an OCI Card

VN Posted by: Viraj Nambiar
• 28 July, 2025
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Here is the simple application process to convert a PIO to an OCI card. First, you need to visit the OCI services website, then choose the registration option of an OCI in place of a PIO Card, then fill out the online application form Parts A and B, upload all the documents for your application, pay the fees, and submit your application form. Then book an online appointment at the nearest embassy or consulate and go to the appointment centre with the printed OCI application form with all the supporting documents, and submit your OCI application form along with your biometric data and wait for the processing of your OCI card.

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  • Dhruv Bhandari 06 August, 2025

    If you convert your PIO card to an OCI card, then you will get many benefits like visa-free entry, equal rights as Indian citizens in economic, financial, and educational sectors, multiple entries into Indian without reporting your duration of stay, entry in the wildlife sanctuaries, national parks, and allowed to purchase Indian commericial or residental properties.

  • Karanjeet Sidhu 01 August, 2025

    Here is the list of documents that you will need to upload for the PIO to an OCI conversion. a passport size photo, applicant's signature copy of the current passport, for employment or work permit, a copy of the visa, for marriage, a copy of the sworn joint affidavit, naturalization certificate, proof of Indian origin, a copy of your PIO card first and last page, a relationship certificate, and your spouse's OCI card.

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