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Yes, you can live permanently in India with an OCI card. It acts like a lifelong visa and the cardholder can visit the country at any time for any duration of stay.
No, you do not need a visa to enter India if you hold an OCI card. A valid passport and an OCI card is requisite.
Whether an OCI or NRI is better depends completely on your needs and situation.
No, you are not allowed to apply for an OCI while on an e-visa in India. You can't apply for a visa while on a tourist visa, missionary visa, or mountaineering visa.
Yes, OCIs can buy commercial and residential property in India.
Yes, (OCI) overseas citizens of India can get an Aadhar Card, but for that, they need to fulfill the requirements.
No, non-resident Indians are not allowed to buy direct land and property in India.
OCI stands for overseas citizens of India.
NRI stands for non-resident Indians.
Yes, non-resident Indians (NRIs) can invest in mutual funds in India.
It should be Rs. 10,000 to 1,000,00 depending on the severity of the violation.
File an FIR at your nearest police station on priority basis
The fees for a physical duplicate PAN card is INR 107 in India and INR 1017 outside India respectively.
Although it is not compulsory to file an FIR for a lost PAN card, doing so will allow you to safeguard your PAN number from any illegitimate use.
No, you cannot apply for another permanent address number card if you already have one, as this is a punishable offense under Section 272B of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
Yes, it is valid until you hold only one permanent address number.
Yes, if your PAN card is stolen or lost, it can be used for illegitimate transactions. Hence, it is advised to file a police complaint.
A valid government backed proof of identity, like a voter ID card, Aadhaar card, driving license, or ration card, etc.
To check your PAN card number online, log in to the official site of the IT Department's e-filing. After that, visit the "Profile settings" option and select "My Account." The PAN card details, along with your PAN number, appear on the screen.
To apply for a PAN card from the UAE, visit the official site of the NSDL portal. Choose the PAN application type, enter the details, and click on submit option. With a message, you will get a token number in your email ID. Open the mail and click on the "continue with PAN application form" button. Fill out the form, upload the required documents, and pay the PAN card fees. Within the given processing time, you will receive your card at your address.
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