What is the process for converting a PIO card to an OCI card?

DL Posted by: David Lucas
• 09 June, 2025
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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 at a VFS center. You can check the CKGS website to get details about the document checklist, processing time, and fee for OCI in place of PIO.

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  • Yuvraj Dahiya 12 June, 2025

    I had a PIO card before but now I have changed my PIO to an OCI card because a PIO card is only valid for 15 years and an OCI card provides a lifetime free visa to India.

  • Kabir Batra 12 June, 2025

    After submitting my PIO to the OCI application conversion process, it has taken about 8-10 weeks to convert my PIO card to an OCI card.

  • Anuj Chatterjee 10 June, 2025

    I have an OCI card which has many benefits like Quicker immigration clearance, Free travel to India, and a Lifelong visa to India.

  • Kabir Batra 09 June, 2025

    For my PIO to OCI conversion, I have submitted some documents which are, a foreign passport, PIO card, Marriage certificate, NORI I, and NOR II.

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