OCI Frequently Asked Questions

You can track the status of your OCI application in Dallas by visiting the official website of OCI and clicking on the “Status Enquiry” option. You can also check your status on the portal of VFS Global where you have already registered when applying for the OCI card.

Yes, you can renew your OCI card in Dallas by sending an application to VFS Global. You must renew your OCI card at the age of 20 when getting a new passport and again after the age of 50.

The cost of OCI service in Dallas depends on the type of service you choose and the service provider as well. However, when you apply for a new OCI card, the cost will be $275 for the consular fee and $3 for the Indian community welfare fund.

The average processing time for an OCI application in Dallas is generally between 5-6 weeks from the date you register. The processing time may take longer depending on the required clearance from the Ministry of Home Affairs and individual situations.

The documents required for the OCI application in Dallas are an application form, a copy of your passport, evidence of Indian origin, proof of address, a copy of current or previous employment, and any other document as per your situation.

You can apply for an OCI card in Dallas online by filling out an application form on the VFS website. After that, you need to submit some required documents and schedule an appointment. At the end, you must pay the required fee and attend the scheduled appointment.

In general, OCI miscellaneous services take up to 3-6 weeks for the processing of updating or issuing a lost card.

You need to provide some of the essential documents that are required for the OCI miscellaneous services UK: Current passport, Photocopy of the first and last page of OCI card, Old British Passport, UK Address Proof, Dated and signed OCI application form, Two recent passport-size photos, Original OCI Card.

To update your OCI with a new passport in the UK, you need to visit the Official OCI portal and select “Miscellaneous Services” After that select the option “ passport for particulars” and attach all the necessary documents for your passport.

You can track the OCI application in the UK through the VFS Global website. You need to visit the website, select your application center location, and then enter the reference number from your receipt/invoice along with your date of birth. Alternatively, you can also use Visament's track application tool to easily check your OCI application status in the UK without following any complex procedures.

For OCI services, you need to wait for at least 30-45 days which will depend on the documents and information that you have filled in the OCI card miscellaneous services application.

You can submit the OCI miscellanous service form to a VFS Global application center in the UK by booking an appointment online. The application process might be stressful as it is a time-consuming task. To avoid the stress, you can seek assistance from the experts at Visament. They can help you complete the whole process, along with the application submission, with ease. Additionally, they also offer expert guidance and help with booking an interview appointment, all under a budget.

Yes, an OCI card can be used as proof of identity in India. The cardholder can use the OCI card for several reasons. Such as when applying for a PAN card, opening a bank account, making investments in India, owning real estate, etc.

Yes, PIO cards are still valid in India as a travel document untill 31st of December, 2025. This is an extension of the previous deadline, which was 31st December, 2024.

Generally, an OCI is considered a better option than a PIO because it provides more rights and privileges. While both cards permit visa-free travel to India, an OCI card offers a lifetime, multiple-entry visa; in contrast, a PIO card is valid only for 15 years. Also, OCIs enjoy more privileges and rights within India, including access to work and financial opportunities. whereas PIOs face more restrictions.

Yes, you can travel to India while your OCI application is still under processing until you have a valid visa for the length of your stay. If you want to travel urgently and your OCI application is pending then you can apply for a regular visa to enter India.

To apply for PIO to OCI conversion, you need to apply online at the official OCI website and upload all the required documents> submit a printout of your application with your signature at an authorized center> wait patiently for a confirmation mail.

The PIO (person of Indian origin) card scheme was merged with an OCI (Overseas citizen of India) card scheme on the 9th of January, 2015. It was merged to streamline the residency norms and to make it easier for foreign nationals of Indian origin to travel to India.

Yes, you can track your OCI application status online through the official OCI portal. You will just need your passport number along with the online registration number to track your application status. You can also check the status of your OCI application through Visament’s track application portal. It is an easy-to-use tool that can be accessed by anyone.

It takes around 5-6 weeks from the date of registration for the processing of a new OCI card in Chicago and for re-issuing or updating an OCI card, the processing time is usually 6-7 weeks. However, some factors may affect the processing time so it is advised to apply as early as possible.