What is the Process in the USA to Convert PIO to OCI?

KS Posted by: Kavya Sekhon
• 20 September, 2025
3 Reply

Here is the detailed process for the PIO to OCI conversion in the USA. 

  1. Got to the official website of the OCI services
  2. Click on the OCI registration lieu of the PIO card.
  3. Now click ok on after reading all the instructions. 
  4. Answer the simple question, and click on the enter button.
  5. Click on the Fresh application button
  6. Now you need to select your jurisdictional location, and enter all the details in the OCI application form, like Birth date, name, and after entering all the details, you need to click on the continue button. 
  7. Now you need to fill in the OCI application Part B with all the correct information, review the information correctly, and if you want to change any information, then click on the m, modify button; otherwise, click on the continue button. 
  8. Then you need to attach your correct signature same as in the supporting documents, and your clear and high-quality photo. 
  9. After submitting your OCI application, you will get a reference number that you need to note down. It is helpful later in the OCI application form. 
  10. Now, answer all the questions in the checkboxes and click on continue. 
  11. Click on the generate registration form, and upload all the essential documents for your OCI card 
  12. After uploading all the documents, you need to click on the submit button, and your OCI application is successfully submitted. 

Wait for a few weeks for the processing of your OCI card. If there is a high number of applications, then the processing time can be longer. Once it is dispatched, you will get your OCI card at your registered address. 

Tags : PIO to OCI conversion usa

  • Vandana Joshi 26 September, 2025

    Can you suggest me common mistakes to avoid while converting a PIO to OCI?

    • V
      Visament 27 September, 2025

      Here are some of the common issues that applicants make, and they lead to rejection of the OCI card application. 

       

      1. Uploading low-quality photos and a signature
      2. Not attaching essential documents for the OCI application
      3. Entering the wrong passport number or the date of issuance of the Passport
      4. Not mentioning the full names of the parents, spouses. 
      5. Entering incorrect mobile numbers and email IDs. 
      6. Mention the wrong addresses in the OCI card application

       

  • Neha Patel 23 September, 2025

    Here are the documents that you will need to apply for a PIO to OCI conversion application in the USA. 

     

    • You need to provide your passport-sized photo with a high-quality and clear face visible. 
    • Your accurate signature, which should be in the JPEG, JPG format, and maximum size will be 500 KB. 
    • A copy of the current passport. 
    • For employment or a work permit, you can submit a copy of a U.S. visa. 
    • A valid marriage certificate or a notarized, sworn joint affidavit. 
    • Copy of the PIO card, first and last page.  
    • You need to provide your relationship certificate. 
    • Proof of legal status in the USA
    • A parental authorization form. 
    • Documents for proof of address. 
    • Fees for the receipt of the OCI card application

     

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