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  • What are the Benefits of Having an OCI Card?

    I have recently obtained an OCI card, which I applied for through the online OCI services from the official website by filling out an online application and entering all the...

    What are the Benefits of Having an OCI Card?
    CM Last reply by Charu Mehta
    • 4 Replies
  • Do I Need to Update OCI With a New Passport?

    Yes, you will need to update your new Indian passport details in your OCI card if you are under the age of 20 and have issued a new passport. If...

    Do I Need to Update OCI With a New Passport?
    V Last reply by Visament
    • 3 Replies
  • Can I Travel to India With an Old OCI and a New Passport?

    Yes, you can travel to India with an OCI card if you have a valid passport. Foreign citizens holding an OCI card must possess a valid passport with at least...

    Can I Travel to India With an Old OCI and a New Passport?
    AB Last reply by Arvind Bhattacharya
    • 3 Replies
  • Can I Buy Property in India With OCI?

    Yes, as an OCI cardholder, you can buy commercial and residential properties in India. These are the official guidelines, which are issued by the Reserve Bank of India. However, if...

    Can I Buy Property in India With OCI?
    KB Last reply by Kabir Batra
    • 4 Replies
  • Which is Better OCI or PIO?

    The OCI card is an immigration status that allows foreign nationals of Indian origin to live, study, or stay in India for an indefinite period. On the other hand, a...

    Which is Better OCI or PIO?
    PS Last reply by Parth Shah
    • 4 Replies
  • Can a PIO Cardholder Work in India?

    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...

    Can a PIO Cardholder Work in India?
    CM Last reply by Charu Mehta
    • 4 Replies
  • Photo on Application Form

    I have filled OCI application form online. Took printout. The form has my photo and signature printed on it. 1. When I send this application form do I have to...

    Photo on Application Form
    V Last reply by Visament
    • 1 Replies
  • Is the PIO Card Discontinued?

    Yes, the Government of India discontinued the issuance of new PIO cards as of January 9, 2015.  The PIO card is now merged with the OCI card. Therefore, applicants who...

    Is the PIO Card Discontinued?
    NW Last reply by Nishant Walia
    • 3 Replies
  • How Long Does PIO Card Last?

    The deadline for the PIO card is 13 December 2025. It means that the Indian immigration accepts the Persons of Indian Origin cards with a foreign passport until 31 December...

    How Long Does PIO Card Last?
    AG Last reply by Arnav Gera
    • 3 Replies
  • Can I Use My PIO Card to Travel to India?

    No, PIO cardholders cannot travel to India after 31 December 2025, because it is the last date for the PIO card. However, they can travel to India before 31 December...

    Can I Use My PIO Card to Travel to India?
    MP Last reply by Mrinalini Pandey
    • 2 Replies
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