OCI renewal for a minor

1. Do we need to renew OCI card for minors?
2. What documents are required for OCI renewal minor?
3. How do I renew my Indian minor OCI card?
4. What documents do I need for OCI renewal?
5. Can we travel to India with OCI on old passport?
6. What happens if OCI is not renewed?
7. Do I need to renew OCI for new passport?
8. How do I renew my OCI card after 50?
9. How long does it take to renew OCI?
10. What are the disadvantages of OCI card?
11. How much does it cost to renew OCI card?
12. Can I travel while OCI is in process?

Do we need to renew OCI card for minors?

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.

What documents are required for OCI renewal minor?

• FOR MINOR APPLICANTS. CURRENT PASSPORT.
• - Current Passport Copy (photo page) INDIAN ORIGIN PROOF.
• - INDIAN VISA.
• OCI Card first and Last Page. PIO CARD.
• - SPOUSE OCI CARD.
• RELATIONSHIP. CERTIFICATE.
• - MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE. -

How do I renew my Indian minor OCI card?

The applicants have to submit the application form online and upload all the requisite documents (self attested), photograph and signature (in the case of minors who cannot sign, left hand thumb impression) along with the application.

What documents do I need for OCI renewal?

• CURRENT PASSPORT. - Current Passport Copy (photo page)
• INDIAN ORIGIN PROOF. -
• INDIAN VISA. OCI Card first and Last Page.
• PIO CARD. -
• SPOUSE OCI CARD. -
• CERTIFICATE. --
• MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE. Marriage Certificate or Divorce or Death Certificates can be uploaded here, if applicable.

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.

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.

Do I need to renew OCI for new passport?

OCI card holder who is 20 years of age or younger, OCI card must be renewed each time a new passport is issued. OCI card holder who is 21 to 49 years of age, it is not mandatory to renew OCI card each time a new passport is obtained.

How do I renew my OCI card after 50?

Once you reach the age of 50, you must apply for OCI card renewal and have your visa re-issued. For those between the ages of 21 and 50, there are no mandatory requirements to get your card re-issued. Similarly, after the age of 50, it is not mandatory to renew your OCI card every time you get a new passport.

How long does it take to renew OCI?

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.

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.

How much does it cost to renew OCI card?

Fees for OCI Card

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...