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Check the last page of your passport. If there is an ECR (Emigration Check Required) stamp, then it is an ECR passport, and if there is no such stamp, then it's an ECNR passport.
Generally, an ECNR passport is considered better than an ECR passport because they provide fast check-ins, freedom, and are convenient, as you do not have to go through the emigration checks.
The Orange colored passports are issued to individuals who have to go through the Emigration checks.
The Indian government requires emigration clearance if you are travelling to these 18 countries, which are also known as ECR countries: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Oman, Qatar, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Thailand, UAE, and Yemen.
It includes the individuals who have obtained the diplomas and degrees from the recognised institutions. Government employees and their family members are also eligible for the ECNR passport, whether they have a degree or not.
The individuals who are travelling to foreign countries for work or vacation, and who have not completed their class 10 or matriculation.
Yes, you can travel to India from the US while waiting for your OCI card. However, during this, you need to apply for a regular Indian visa to enter the nation. In this case, you cannot use your pending OCI application until it is approved or you get your OCI card.
Yes, an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) can buy commercial and residential property in India. However, they do not have the authority to buy plantation property like farmhouses, or agricultural land in India.
No, typically there is no requirement for a standard interview for an OCI card application in the USA. However, in specific cases like filling application under the category of the foreign spouse, a personal interview with the applicant and his/her partner might be important at the Indian embassy/consulate.
The OCI card application fee in the USA is $275 per applicant. This cost includes a $275 consular fee, a $3 Indian Community Welfare Fund (ICWF) cost, a $15.90 VFS Global service fee, and optional fees for SMS, courier, and other services.
No, you cannot speed up your OCI application processing time in the UK. The standard OCI application process time is typically 5-6 weeks from the application submission date. While delays may happen in the application but there is no way you can fast-track the standard OCI processing time.
Yes, police verification is required for OCI card applications, specifically for citizens of a foreign country who are applying for the OCI card. One can obtain the Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) from the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) or the local police in the applicant's residence place in India.
The OCI application based on the adverse information and the foreign spouse takes longer to process in the UK, compared to standard OCI applications. The processing time of a standard OCI application is typically 5-6 weeks. However, these applications may face delays due to the requirement for additional investigations and checks.
The spouse OCI application takes longer to process in the UK because of the mandatory interview conducted by the Indian Post/Mission/FRRO to verify the documents and assess the suitability of the applicant. In addition to this, on the online system, the OCI applications are acknowledged only after the determination of suitability and interview.
Yes, the OCI application of minors takes more time to process than that of adults because of the requirement for additional information. Generally, the OCI application of minors takes 30 days if there are no issues. However, it may take 120 days to process if any adverse detail is found.
Yes, you can travel to India while your OCI application is in process, but for this, you need to apply for an appropriate Indian visa. In case you already have an OCI card and are waiting for its update, you can use it and your passport to visit India.
Yes, delays can happen even if you submitted all the OCI documents correctly. It may happen as there are other factors as well that impact the processing time, such as increased volume of OCI applications, high workload, verification process, and individual circumstances.
The OCI renewal in the UK generally takes 5-6 weeks to process after the submission of the application. However, the given OCI card processing time may vary depending on the circumstances of the individual, the requirement of additional documents, especially for spouses of foreign countries.
Yes, an Indian POA can withdraw money from the joint account, but it can only be done if the account holder (s) or principal has mentioned it properly in the POA with the bank's permission and authorized them. If the agent is allowed to make transactions, it also means they can withdraw money.
Yes, a Power of Attorney can be used for Indian bank accounts, but you will need a specific authorization from the principal and fulfill the bank's requirements.
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