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  • Which is a Better Place to Apply for an OCI -India or a Foreign Country?

    The choice of applying for an OCI card, whether from India or a foreign country, completely depends on you. However, I would advise you to apply from a foreign country...

    Which is a Better Place to Apply for an OCI -India or a Foreign Country?
    SK Last reply by Shilpa Kapoor
    • 2 Replies
  • What is an Apostille Certificate, and Why is It Mandatory to Apply for an OCI?

    An Apostille certificate is an official document that is attached to a public document, which verifies the document's authenticity and makes it acceptable for international use in countries that are...

    What is an Apostille Certificate, and Why is It Mandatory to Apply for an OCI?
    SK Last reply by Shilpa Kapoor
    • 8 Replies
  • What Other Documents Are Required to Apply for an OCI if My Indian Parents Don't Have the Original Indian Passport?

    In case your parents don't have the original Indian passport, don't worry, you can still submit some other documents as alternatives. You can submit a copy of your parents' Indian...

    What Other Documents Are Required to Apply for an OCI if My Indian Parents Don't Have the Original Indian Passport?
    • 0 Replies
  • Do OCI Pay More Tax in India

    As an OCI, if you an any Indian income generated from any business, rent, or any commercial property, then you need to pay taxes under the Income Tax Act. But...

    Do OCI Pay More Tax in India
    NV Last reply by Nikhil Vora
    • 4 Replies
  • Can OCI Live in India Forever?

    Yes, OCI cardholders can live in India because it allows them to enter India lifelong. They can get multiple entries with an OCI card or can live in India for...

    Can OCI Live in India Forever?
    KB Last reply by Kunal Bhasin
    • 5 Replies
  • How Long Does OCI Processing Take?

    According to the Consulate General of India, a new OCI application can take up to 5-6 weeks from the date of application submission. If you are applying for a re-issuance...

    How Long Does OCI Processing Take?
    VN Last reply by Viraj Nambiar
    • 7 Replies
  • How to Check OCI Update Status?

    Here are the simplest steps to check your updated OCI status: first, you need to visit the official website of the OCI services, then you need to go and select...

    How to Check OCI Update Status?
    VJ Last reply by Vandana Joshi
    • 3 Replies
  • Is OCI Better Then NRI?

    If we talk about who is better, OCI or NRI, then of course NRIs are the top because they can get their Indian citizenship, which OCIs cannot do, and can...

    Is OCI Better Then NRI?
    NP Last reply by Neha Patel
    • 5 Replies
  • Can I Travel to India without an OCI Card?

    Yes, you can travel to India if you don't have an OCI card. With a valid visa, you can enter India for work, tourism, or study purposes by submitting all...

    Can I Travel to India without an OCI Card?
    DK Last reply by Devika Kaul
    • 3 Replies
  • How Long Can I Stay in India With OCI?

    There is no limit on staying in India. An OCI cardholder can stay for an Indefinite period in indian, and they don't even need to report their stay in India...

    How Long Can I Stay in India With OCI?
    PS Last reply by Parth Shah
    • 2 Replies
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