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If your OCI card application gets approved, then it will take around 8-10 weeks. This time includes the card processing, printing, and dispatch as well.

The fee for a new OCI application is £ 194.00, and for converting PIO to OCI the fee is £ 66.00. For OCI renewal, £21.00, and for OCI renewal in case of lost OCI the fee is £73.00. An additional charge of £7.44 as a VFS charge and £1.44 as an SMS charge is also required.

Yes, the photograph must be in color and the size of 2*2 inch (51mm*51mm). It must be clear and must have a full face front view and eyes open view. The center head must be within the frame and the background must be plain and white. These are some things to consider when uploading a photograph in an OCI application.

The common mistakes that may lead to rejection are as follows: Not uploading photo/signature as per the specifications. Uploading the documents under the wrong category. Providing the wrong passport number/date of issue. Not mentioning the full name of parents or spouse, etc.

Yes, non-resident Indians (NRIs) can invest in mutual funds in India.

NRI stands for non-resident Indians.

OCI stands for overseas citizens of India.

No, non-resident Indians are not allowed to buy direct land and property in India.

Yes, (OCI) overseas citizens of India can get an Aadhar Card, but for that, they need to fulfill the requirements.

Yes, OCIs can buy commercial and residential property in India.

A file number is also called the Passport Reference Number (PRFN). It is a 12-unique-digit alphanumeric code that helps the system track and identify every applicant.

Non-ECR stands for Emigration Check Required. It is an Indian passport that permits the holder to travel internationally without obtaining government permission.

Yes, you can renew your Indian passport in the USA by filling out the application form online. You can use your application reference number to apply for passport renewal.

You can cancel an Indian passport by applying online for a surrender certificate and submitting it to any VFS center

If you have an Indian passport then you can travel to 35 countries without a visa.

High-ranking government officials, diplomats, individuals representing India, and family members of diplomats.

1500 INR for a 36 pages passport, and 2000 INR for 60 pages passport.

There is no minimum age for a passport in India.

To get a green card in the USA without marriage you must have family sponsorship, employment, asylum, refugee status, or the diversity visa lottery.

When we talk about the difficulty of getting a green card then it depends on the type of application and the applicant's circumstances.

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