How do I mention a previous US visit using an OCI card? [closed]

1. Does OCI need to be updated with new passport?
2. Is OCI a travel document?
3. What happens if OCI is not renewed?
4. Can I apply for OCI without surrender certificate?
5. How do I transfer OCI to new passport?
6. Can we travel to India with OCI on old passport?
7. Can OCI get Aadhar card?
8. What are the disadvantages of OCI card?
9. Can OCI holder live permanently in India?
10. What is the new OCI rule?
11. How long does it take for OCI reissue?
12. Can I travel while OCI is in process?

Does OCI need to be updated with new passport?

For an applicant who is 20 years of age or younger, OCI documents must be re-issued each time a new passport is issued. For an applicant who is 50 years of age or older, OCI documents must be re-issued once after the issuance of a new passport.

Is OCI a travel document?

The OCI card was introduced in response to demands for dual citizenship by the Indian diaspora, particularly in developed countries. This card is often used by Indians to travel unlimitedly to India. ... OCI card holders have been urged to ensure the validity of their OCI cards.

What happens if OCI is not renewed?

In case OCI card holders below 20 or above 50 years forget to carry or fail to produce their old cancelled passport while traveling to India, they will be denied boarding. ... The extended deadline is a welcome relief as long as they possess the old cancelled passport.

Can I apply for OCI without surrender certificate?

There is no way around this as you will need to Surrender your Indian passport when you get a foreign citizenship and the embassy will issue you with a Surrender certificate at this time as a surrender certificate is a mandatory document required for your online OCI application form.

How do I transfer OCI to new passport?

Applicants are required to fill miscellaneous application form online for transfer of OCI from old passport to new passport and have to submit the printed application along with copy of old and new passport and copy of OCI booklet. Copy of old and new passport and copy of OCI booklet all pages.

Can we travel to India with OCI on old passport?

OCI cardholders are permitted to enter, work and reside in India indefinitely. Previously, travelers whose OCI cards showed an expired passport number were required to travel with both their expired passport and current passport. OCI Cardholders are now allowed to travel with just their OCI card and current passport.

Can OCI get Aadhar card?

Aadhaar Card enrolment is presently available to residents in India. OCI Cardholders who stay in India for a long time (over 182 days in twelve months immediately preceding the date of application for enrolment) and have an Indian address can also enroll for Aadhaar Card in India.

What are the disadvantages of OCI card?

The OCI card benefits refer to the rights you gain, like working, living, and entering India as many times as you want. One of the major drawbacks is that you must surrender your Indian passport as India doesn't accept dual citizenship. Still, this is a chance for Indians living and working abroad.

Can OCI holder live permanently in India?

Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) is a form of permanent residency available to people of Indian origin and their spouses which allows them to live and work in India indefinitely.
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What is the new OCI rule?

According to the new relaxed rule, those with OCI cards issued before the cardholder turned 20 years old only need to obtain a re-issued OCI card once when they obtain a new passport after reaching 20 years of age. Cards issued after holder turned 20.

How long does it take for OCI reissue?

How long does it take to process the OCI? The processing time for OCI applications is usually between 8-10 weeks after a completed application is sent to the Consulate.

Can I travel while OCI is in process?

India relaxes visa restrictions; PIO and OCI card holders can now travel to India. All OCI and PIO card-holders as well as all foreign nationals intending to visit India for any purpose, except on a Tourist Visa, are permitted to enter by air or water routes through authorized airpo...