How long does it take to get OCI in Australia?
Transit times by Courier are generally 1-3 days on average and may be higher in remote or rural areas. 8 weeks for clearance of application + on an average 7 working days after re-submission of passport. All OCI service applications are returned by Courier as a process mandate.
Can I travel while OCI is in process?
Yes. If you have any emergency travel plan, you can travel with your current OCI card, current passport and old passport associated with OCI.
How long does OCI take to process in UK?
4-6 weeks
The time taken for issue of OCI Card is minimum 4-6 weeks, delay beyond the specific time frame cannot be ruled out owing to certain technical reasons. All applicants are advised to book their travel plan only after obtaining the OCI. For spouse cases, it may take more time.
How do I transfer OCI to new passport?
OCI cardholders 20 years of age or younger must upload copies of their new passports with recent passport-size photographs to the OCI online portal each time a new passport is issued, and once after reaching 50 years of age.
Can OCI holder travel to India now?
People of Indian origin and the Indian diaspora having Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) cards are now not required to carry their old, expired passports for travel to India, as required earlier, according to a government notification that has been welcomed by members of the community.
How much does OCI cost UK?
OCI Card fees in the UK The total cost to get an OCI card in the UK is £201.44. The OCI application VFS Service fee is £7.44. You can pay the OCI fees using Cash, Debit Card or via Postal Order or Bank Draft payable to “VF Services UK Ltd.”
Can I travel with my 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.
Is it mandatory to transfer OCI to passport?
Re-issuance of OCI registration certificate is not mandatory each time a new passport is issued between 21-50 years of age. However, if the applicant wishes to obtain new set of OCI documents, he/she can apply for the same.
What happens to OCI card when passport expires?
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.
Can I use old OCI with new passport?
OCI cardholders who obtained their OCI card after they turned 20 years of age no longer need to obtain a re-issued OCI card and can continue to use their existing card. New passports obtained after holder turns 50.
