Can OCI Cardholders Use the Indian Driving License System?

13 December, 2024 at 6:34 am

Yes, OCI cardholders can use the Indian driving license system. They can use their OCI registration certificate as proof of identity to apply for a driving license in India and as proof of application for a PAN card. However, non-diplomats need to apply for a learner’s license first.

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Posted by: David Lucas 14 Comments
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    - 24 April, 2025

    Yes, with an OCI card, you can apply for your Indian driving license. Visit today your nearest RTO office, follow the application, and apply for it.

  • User img
    - 24 April, 2025

    When applying for an Indian driving license as an OCI cardholder I did not face any issues. Just make sure you have all the necessary documents by your side required during the application process. Also, if you have any queries regarding this, you can connect with Visament. The expert there will guide you better and solve all your doubts.

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    - 24 April, 2025

    I am also an OCI cardholder and have an Indian driving license by my side. Last year I applied for it. The process is simple. To get your permanent license first you need to take a driving test.

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    - 24 April, 2025

    I am an RTO officer and yes, OCI cardholders are eligible to apply for a driving license in India. For a license, the main requirement asked from them is their residential proof in India.

  • User img
    - 24 April, 2025

    My cousin who is an OCI cardholder got her Indian driving license without any issue in Banglore. Like an Indian citizen, first, she applied for a learner license and then for a permanent one.

  • User img
    - 24 April, 2025

    Yes, being an OCI cardholder you can also apply for an Indian driving license. However, according to the Indian states, the rules may vary such as some RTO offices can ask for additional documents like proof of an Aadhaar card linked with a bank statement. So, before applying for the license it is advisable to check the documents first.

  • User img
    - 24 April, 2025

    Yes, OCI cardholders are eligible to apply for a driving license in India. The application process is the same for them as Indian citizens i.e. first apply for a learner license and then for a permanent driving license.

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    - 24 April, 2025

    With my OCI card easily applied for my Indian driving license without any issue. However, if you are not a diplomat, you first need to apply for a learner license and then for a permanent one.

  • User img
    - 24 April, 2025

    With your OCI card, you can easily apply for a driving license in India. The application process for a driving license is similar for all people. However, being a foreign citizen you do need to submit additional documents like address proof.

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    - 24 April, 2025

    Yes, OCI cardholders are also eligible to apply for an Indian driving license like an Indian citizen. Before applying for a permanent driving license they need to have a learning license. Also, as ID proof need to submit their OCI registration certificate.

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    - 18 January, 2025

    In India, the driving license is valid for the duration of the visa you have after that you have to renew your license. It is a maximum of 20 years and also it is valid until you turn 50.

  • User img
    - 18 January, 2025

    The documents I have given for my driving license are my Passport, Copy of IC, No Objection Certificate (NOC), and Proof of stay in India.

  • User img
    - 18 January, 2025

    I have to apply for a driving license in India as I’m an OCI cardholder but my sage is just 17 years old and in India, you have to be above 18 years to have a driver's license.

  • User img
    - 18 January, 2025

    I have an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card and I’m living in India and working here as a general teaching job. I have applied for a driving license in India.

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