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  • Is the Pio Card Still Valid in 2025?

    Yes, the PIO card is still valid till 31 December 2025. It means that with a PIO card, you can easily travel to India if you have a valid passport....

    Is the Pio Card Still Valid in 2025?
    SC Last reply by Sakshi Chhabra
    • 3 Replies
  • How Long Can PIO Stay in India?

    A PIO cardholder can stay in India for a period of 180 days. Still, if they want to stay in India longer, the PIO cardholder needs to register with the...

    How Long Can PIO Stay in India?
    MD Last reply by Mitali Das
    • 5 Replies
  • How to Convert a Minor's Pio Card to Oci?

    To convert a minor's PIO to OCI, you need to apply through the OCI Services Portal by filing out an application for the Minor PIO to OCI conversion. Enter all...

    How to Convert a Minor's Pio Card to Oci?
    VD Last reply by Vipul Dulani
    • 2 Replies
  • What are the Documents Required for PIO to OCI Conversion?

    For the conversion of the PIO to an OCI card application, I have provided a consent letter to make changes or corrections in the OCI application, and other related documents,...

    What are the Documents Required for PIO to OCI Conversion?
    NP Last reply by Neha Patel
    • 5 Replies
  • How Can I Apply for PIO to OCI Conversion From India?

    To apply for a PIO to OCI conversion application, you need to follow the steps given below:    You need to visit the official OCI services website.  Fill out the online...

    How Can I Apply for PIO to OCI Conversion From India?
    RY Last reply by Rupal Yadav
    • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
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