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  • How to Apply OCI for the Whole Family?

    To apply for OCI for the whole family, you first need to submit your Indian passport and renounce your Indian citizenship. After that, you can apply for the OCI card...

    How to Apply OCI for the Whole Family?
    VN Last reply by Viraj Nambiar
    • 5 Replies
  • Which Location Do I Choose for the OCI Application?

    For the OCI card application, the location you choose depends on whether you are applying for the card from India or outside India. For example, if you are applying for...

    Which Location Do I Choose for the OCI Application?
    TM Last reply by Tejas Modi
    • 3 Replies
  • How Long Does It Take to Convert a PIO to OCI?

    The processing time for converting a PIO to an OCI card typically takes 4 to 6 weeks. Still, the timeframe can vary based on several factors, such as the quality...

    How Long Does It Take to Convert a PIO to OCI?
    RJ Last reply by Rhea Jindal
    • 7 Replies
  • How to change PIO to OCI?

    I recently applied for PIO to OCI conversion, so here are the steps that I followed. Firstly, I filled out the application form at the official OCI website. After that,...

    How to change PIO to OCI?
    RJ Last reply by Rhea Jindal
    • 6 Replies
  • How to apply for PIO to OCI conversion?

    To convert your PIO to an OCI card, submit your conversion application online at the https://ociservices.gov.in/oci website with the requested documents, along with a copy of your PIO card. Within...

    How to apply for PIO to OCI conversion?
    RD Last reply by Reena D’Souza
    • 6 Replies
  • What Are the Required Documents for PIO to OCI Conversion?

    The documents required for the PIO to OCI conversion are a PIO card, your current passport, an online application form, two recent passport-size photographs, proof of Indian origin, and additional...

    What Are the Required Documents for PIO to OCI Conversion?
    VS Last reply by Vikram Singh
    • 3 Replies
  • What Are the Key Differences Between PIO and OCI Cards?

    An OCI cardholder has the permission to live in India for an indefinite time, whereas a PIO cardholders have a specific period. The key difference between them is in the...

    What Are the Key Differences Between PIO and OCI Cards?
    KS Last reply by Kriti Suri
    • 4 Replies
  • Is PIO still valid in India?

    Hey, just a heads-up to all the PIO cardholders, there is good news for all of you. The Government of India has extended the validity of the PIO card until...

    Is PIO still valid in India?
    AT Last reply by Anika Talwar
    • 3 Replies
  • Is OCI Better Than PIO?

    Yes, in my opinion, an OCI is better than a PIO. An OCI card offers more extensive benefits and has lifelong validity, allowing you to travel to India without needing...

    Is OCI Better Than PIO?
    RG Last reply by Rajesh Gupta
    • 4 Replies
  • Can PIO Buy Property in India?

    Yes, a PIO cardholder can buy property in India, but they must fulfil one condition. The partner of the PIO cardholder should also have a PIO card, and one of...

    Can PIO Buy Property in India?
    TR Last reply by Tanishq Raina
    • 7 Replies
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