OCI Services

A. Understanding OCI and Its Significance The Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) scheme offers a long-term visa-like status for foreign nationals of Indian origin, enabling them to enjoy many of the same privileges as Indian citizens, without giving up their foreign passport. OCI cardholders can live, work, and study in India without needing a separate visa. It is a lifelong status, subject to periodic updates.

The OCI program is beneficial for:

• Former Indian citizens who have taken foreign citizenship.

• Children or spouses of Indian citizens/OCI holders.

• PIO (Person of Indian Origin) cardholders (who must now convert to OCI).

Benefits of OCI include:

• Lifelong multiple entry to India.

• Exemption from registration with FRRO for any length of stay.

• Parity with Indian citizens in economic, financial, and educational fields (except for agricultural land ownership).

• Special counters at immigration.

B. Our Complete OCI Services Whether you're applying for OCI for the first time, updating an existing OCI, or converting from PIO to OCI, we provide full assistance:

1. Fresh OCI Application:

• Eligibility evaluation based on Indian ancestry, documents, and legal status.

• Collection and verification of required documents: proof of Indian origin (e.g., old Indian passport of self/parents/grandparents), current passport, naturalization certificate, marriage certificate (if applicable), photographs, etc.

• Form filling and uploading documents to the OCI portal.

• Appointment scheduling at Indian missions/FRRO centers for biometrics and document submission.

• Assistance with fee payment and acknowledgment tracking.

• Postal submission and follow-up with authorities till final OCI card delivery.

2. OCI Updation Services: As per the latest rules, OCI cardholders must update their OCI card in the following scenarios:

• Upon acquiring a new passport after the age of 20.

• Change in personal particulars such as name, nationality, or marital status.

• Reissuance of passport for minors below 20 years every time a new passport is issued.

We assist with:

• Preparing and uploading updated documents.

• Linking your OCI with the new passport.

• Scheduling appointments and ensuring successful updates.

3. PIO to OCI Conversion: Since the PIO scheme has been merged into the OCI program, all PIO cardholders must convert their cards to OCI. We offer:

• Verification of eligibility and previous PIO documentation.

• Transition documentation support.

• Government fee submission and courier handling.

• Liaison with embassy or FRRO for quick turnaround.

4. Lost/Damaged OCI Card Assistance: If your OCI card is lost, damaged, or stolen, we help in reapplying with police reports, affidavits, and proper documentation to obtain a replacement.

C. Why Choose Us for OCI Services? Applying for or updating OCI status involves strict verification and documentation. Errors or omissions can result in application rejection or long processing delays. Our dedicated team ensures:

• Accurate document collation and formatting as per embassy/FRRO standards.

• Guidance for each step—from online form filling to appointment and dispatch.

• Updated knowledge of OCI rule changes.

• Representation at Indian missions, if needed.

• End-to-end tracking and real-time updates.

Whether you’re applying from abroad or within India, we facilitate seamless communication and delivery through our global network of legal and immigration experts.