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  • Can PIO Buy Insurance in India?

    Hi, you can certainly buy an Indian life insurance policy. However, I am not sure if the life insurance companies provide the cardholders the life insurance and cover all the...

    Can PIO Buy Insurance in India?
    VJ Last reply by Varun Joshi
    • 5 Replies
  • What is the process for converting a PIO to an OCI card?

    To convert your PIO card to an OCI card, you can apply online on the OCI service website. For this, the Indian government has created a separate online application for...

    What is the process for converting a PIO to an OCI card?
    KJ Last reply by Kavita Joshi
    • 4 Replies
  • Is PIO to OCI Conversion Mandatory?

    PIO was used to be considered a visa with a validity of 15 years for non-Indian citizens. However, this scheme has been withdrawn by the Indian government and merged with...

    Is PIO to OCI Conversion Mandatory?
    VS Last reply by Vikram Singh
    • 5 Replies
  • How Can You Check the PIO to OCI Application Status Online?

    To check the PIO to OCI Application Status Online, firstly, you need to visit the official OCI website and choose the option that says OCI inquiry. Once you click on...

    How Can You Check the PIO to OCI Application Status Online?
    KS Last reply by Karanjeet Sidhu
    • 3 Replies
  • Do I Need to Send an Original PIO Card for an OCI Application?

    Yes, you need to send your original PIO card when applying for an OCI card in place of the PIO card.

    Do I Need to Send an Original PIO Card for an OCI Application?
    DB Last reply by Dhruv Bhandari
    • 3 Replies
  • Can I Convert PIO to OCI?

    Yes, you can convert your PIO to OCI online. Although the PIO cards are still accepted for entry into India, this will only be valid till 31st December, 2025, and...

    Can I Convert PIO to OCI?
    PK Last reply by Prateek Khanna
    • 5 Replies
  • How long is PIO valid?

    The PIO card scheme is valid only till December 31st, 2025. After this date, the PIO card will no longer be accepted as a valid travel document for travel to...

    How long is PIO valid?
    NW Last reply by Nishant Walia
    • 4 Replies
  • Can PIO Hold a Bank Account in India?

    Yes, PIO cardholders can hold a bank account in India either solely in their name or jointly with another PIO. They can open several types of bank accounts, and generally,...

    Can PIO Hold a Bank Account in India?
    KW Last reply by Kritika Wadhwa
    • 4 Replies
  • What Are the Fees for PIO to OCI Conversion in the USA?

    Sharing my experience with you, I converted my son's PIO to an OCI card in New York via the VFS Global site. I paid a total of $295 to the...

    What Are the Fees for PIO to OCI Conversion in the USA?
    MA Last reply by Manav Ahuja
    • 8 Replies
  • Can We Apply for an OCI Card From India?

    Yes, you can apply for an OCI card from India if you are staying in India on a valid visa. You can apply online using valid documents.

    Can We Apply for an OCI Card From India?
    MT Last reply by Megha Tandon
    • 6 Replies
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