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OCI stands for Overseas Citizens of India, which is given to people of Indian origin and their family members who fulfil the eligibility requirements. It provides the cardholder with several rights similar to an NRI and offers a lifelong visa to travel to India.
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To anyone thinking why an OCI card was introduced, here is your answer. The complete form of OCI is Overseas Citizenship of India. This Scheme was introduced by amending the Citizenship Act of 1955 in August 2005. It was launched by the government of India to fulfil the demands of Indians who were staying Overseas and wanted dual citizenship.
The term OCI is the short form for Overseas Citizens of India, which people end up mistaking as dual citizenship, but understand that India does not allow dual citizenship. An OCI card is just like a visa, which is valid for a lifetime, but it is not a visa.
While an OCI is called a lifelong visa, it is not exactly a visa. Although both of these permit you entry into India, the OCI card provides you with more benefits and has a more extended validity period as compared to the standard Indian visa.
I was born abroad, and my mother is of Indian origin. I haven't applied for an OCI card yet, and I was planning to do the same soon, but as far as I know, it is very beneficial. It allows you to travel to India anytime and stay there for as long as you want. It is a great way to stay connected with your roots, and you get to enjoy the same privileges as an NRI.
Can someone tell me if I should apply for an OCI card or not? Is there any extra benefit, or is it just a regular card? Also, if yes, then please guide me on how I can apply for an OCI card.
Hi, is there anybody who recently applied for an OCI Card, specifically in the last 12 months, and received it? Can you please tell me how long it took you...
To apply for an OCI card from the USA, you must first complete an online application form on the official Government of India OCI portal. Once you have filled out...
OCI cards are permitted by the Indian foreign missions abroad, including High Commissions, Embassies, and Consulates. To apply for an OCI card, you need to visit your nearest Indian High...
Hi, my family and I will be travelling to India this month, and we are planning to stay there for more than six months. We have already booked the tickets,...
Yes, an eligible OCI cardholder is required to pay income tax in India on the income generated in the country. Those OCI cardholders who have taxable income in India are...
OCI is no longer a citizen of India but has Indian origin and is eligible to apply for an OCI card. He/she is also not an NRI. An OCI card...
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...
To convert a PIO card to an OCI card you can apply online at the OCI services website. You have to submit the application form, supporting documents, and the fee...
You can get an OCI in India for US kids by applying online on the Indian Government’s OCI portal. You can fill out the application form, follow the procedures, and...
You can track the status of your OCI card application by visiting the official website of OCI> Click on “Status inquiry” and enter your current passport number along with the...
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